Following the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro in January 2026 and the installation of Delcy Rodríguez as interim president, Venezuela’s next presidential election remains unscheduled amid focus on stabilization and institutional continuity under Chavista structures. National Assembly leaders have emphasized the need for agreements with opposition sectors and electoral reforms before setting a date, while protests in Caracas and statements from figures like María Corina Machado have highlighted expectations for voting within nine to ten months of early 2026. U.S. diplomatic efforts, including proposed legislation pushing for monitored elections in 2026, add external pressure, yet the interim government has avoided firm timelines. These dynamics shape trader assessments of scheduling probabilities through the remainder of the year.