Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado shared her treacherous sea journey to the United States, expressing fear for her life amidst challenges escaping the Maduro regime. Facing high waves and technical failures at sea, Machado described a harrowing experience lasting several hours. Despite the dangers, she emphasized moving forward from the perilous situation.
Machado refrained from divulging specific details due to safety concerns for her supporters. She highlighted the risky and frightening nature of the journey, emphasizing the importance of protecting those who assisted her. The opposition leader considered her survival miraculous, hinting at a future revelation of the full story once safety is assured for all involved.
Addressing US policy, Machado characterized the crisis in Venezuela as a battle against criminal networks rather than personal conflicts. She underscored the need for justice and combating a regime she described as a criminal structure. Machado emphasized her role as part of a vast movement of Venezuelans striving for freedom and democracy.
