Jose Enrique Arrioja
Venezuelan-American journalist and managing editor of Americas Quarterly with over two decades covering Latin American politics and expertise on Venezuela.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 14min
Was Cilia Flores the real brains of the Maduro regime?
Jose Enrique Arrioja, a Venezuelan-American journalist and managing editor of Americas Quarterly, shares insights on Cilia Flores, a powerful figure in Venezuela. They delve into her rise within the Maduro regime, including her roles in the National Assembly and as attorney general. Accusations of corruption and drug trafficking surround her and her family. The discussion also touches on the couple's controversial partnership and the challenges facing Venezuela amidst a backdrop of repression and potential future redemocratization.
