Duval Times

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Rick Scott has called on President Biden to take immediate action and reimpose sanctions on Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro. Scott criticized the Biden administration for lifting sanctions on Maduro in October 2023, a decision he described as a mistake that played into Maduro's hands.

In a statement, Senator Rick Scott stated, "President Biden and his administration got played by Dictator Nicolás Maduro and his thugs. It is absolutely pathetic that the president of the United States ran into the arms of a ruthless, murdering dictator and did exactly what they wanted. At the end of the day, Maduro failed to keep his promise to honor the legitimate candidacy of María Corina Machado and hold a free and fair election this year in Venezuela. Now Biden must honor his word and reimpose sanctions on the murderous Maduro regime."

Scott emphasized the need for immediate action, highlighting the dangers of trusting a dictator like Maduro, who has connections with regimes hostile to the United States. He criticized Biden for trusting Maduro's assurances and allowing money to flow into Venezuela, a move he deemed as detrimental to both American and Venezuelan interests.

The Senator has been vocal in his efforts to hold the Biden administration accountable for its dealings with Maduro. Scott has pushed for the recognition of María Corina Machado as Venezuela's official presidential opposition candidate and led rallies in support of the Venezuelan opposition.

As the call for reimposing sanctions gains momentum, Senator Rick Scott continues to advocate for the restoration of freedom and democracy in Venezuela, working alongside the Venezuelan people in their fight for a democratic future.