Delcy Rodríguez assumed Venezuela’s interim presidency in January 2026 after U.S. forces removed Nicolás Maduro, operating under constitutional provisions for temporary succession that initially limited her term to 90 days. Since then, the United States has formally recognized her government, lifted targeted sanctions in April 2026, and advanced diplomatic and economic engagement, including oil-sector reforms and investor access. Rodríguez has consolidated authority through cabinet changes, military command replacements, and public policy announcements such as minimum-wage adjustments and national consultations. These steps have stabilized her position amid ongoing U.S. influence over resource policy, though constitutional timelines, potential national elections, and internal coalition dynamics remain key variables that could prompt leadership transitions within the coming months.