Venezuela's Acting President Rodríguez angrily defends earthquake response
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has defended the Venezuelan government's response to a series of deadly earthquakes that have killed over 2,000 people. She rejected accusations of a sluggish response and criticized media outlets for politicizing the humanitarian disaster.
Why it matters
The disaster highlights the ongoing political instability in Venezuela and the challenges of disaster management under a contested government.
Venezuela's U.S.-backed acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Thursday (July 3, 2026) issued a fiery defence of her government's response to last week's devastating earthquakes.
The report presents the government's defense alongside the criticisms from residents and experts, maintaining a balanced journalistic approach.
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