Iran Press/America: Guaido had parliamentary immunity as a member of the National Assembly, even though the opposition-held body was earlier dissolved. He plunged the country into political turmoil in January, when he suddenly declared himself “interim president,” rejecting the outcome of the May 2018 election, which Nicolás Maduro won. He has been accusing Maduro of “usurping power” and calling on him to step down as president of the country.
Juan Guaido also violated a travel ban and could be prosecuted for that violation as well, Reuters reported.
"This formally authorizes the continuation of the trial of Guaido. Justice is necessary for the guarantee of peace," said Constituent Assembly Chief Diosdado Cabello, referring to the measure. The assembly revoked Guaido’s immunity a day after the Supreme Court called on the lawmakers to take action against him.
Reacting in defiance, Guaido said on Tuesday that he would not back down from his attempt to overthrow Maduro’s 'cowardly, miserable and murderous government'.
The administration of US President Donald Trump, which has recognized Guaido’s self-proclamation as 'interim president,' has threatened Caracas with a strong response in the event of his arrest.
Before the vote against Guaido was announced, Republican Senator Marco Rubio accused the Venezuelan government of plotting a coup d’état and trying to “abduct” Guaido.
This is while Maduro assumed office after winning the presidential election. Juan Guaido was unheard of until he unilaterally declared himself the leader of Venezuela.
Maduro has accused Washington of attempting a coup to overthrow his elected government and install its own “puppet” regime in the oil-rich Latin American country. 101/211/205
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