Secretary Blinken’s Call with Venezuela’s Democratic Opposition

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Edmundo González Urrutia and María Corina Machado. Secretary Blinken congratulated Mr. González Urrutia for receiving the most votes in Venezuela's July 28 presidential election as documented by the democratic opposition's extensive efforts to ensure a transparent accounting of the votes. The Secretary expressed his concern for their safety and well-being following the election and condemned all political violence and repression. The Secretary applauded the Venezuelan people for their dedication to democracy in the face of significant challenges and reaffirmed the United States' commitment to supporting the process of re-establishing democratic norms in Venezuela.