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Venezuelan Leader Rodriguez Seeks Control of Citgo Amidst Power Shift

4/2/2026

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Delcy Rodriguez (Venezuelan interim President) plans to take control of PDVSA's U.S. subsidiaries, including Citgo.
This follows Washington's recognition of her leadership after President Nicolas Maduro's capture.
Citgo has been overseen by opposition-appointed boards since 2019, and the move could intensify the contest.
Rodriguez's proposed board members require U.S. Treasury clearance, which also reviews contracts with law firms representing Venezuela.

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Delcy Rodriguez (Venezuelan interim President) plans to take control of PDVSA's U.S. subsidiaries, including Citgo.
This follows Washington's recognition of her leadership after President Nicolas Maduro's capture.
Citgo has been overseen by opposition-appointed boards since 2019, and the move could intensify the contest.
Rodriguez's proposed board members require U.S. Treasury clearance, which also reviews contracts with law firms representing Venezuela.