Venezuela is set to inaugurate a head of state on Friday – but there are still two men claiming to be the nation’s rightful president.

MIAMI - As Venezuela approaches January 10, a pivotal day in its history, tensions are mounting over a disputed presidential election, systemic human rights violations and dueling presidential inaugurations. Here's a breakdown of the situation: On July 28, 2024, a presidential election was held marred by allegations of fraud and irregularities.

Edmundo González, recognized by the U.S. as Venezuela’s president-elect, is on a mission to bolster global support before strongman Nicolás Maduro is sworn in this week.

Aides to Venezuela opposition leader Maria Corina Machado say she was detained but they've been contradicted by authorities who accuse government opponents of trying to spark an international crisis