A New Phase in Venezuela's Election Aftermath

Debate continues in Venezuela over the logistics of a vote recount ahead of Venezuelan President-elect Nicolas Maduro's inauguration April 19. The Venezuelan opposition has submitted an official petition to the National Electoral Council for a full audit of the April 14 election results. Maduro's campaign chief voiced his support of a full recount and Maduro said he would abide by whatever decision the council makes. This suggests Maduro is confident that an audit will confirm his win. With the question of a recount seemingly on its way to being settled and Maduro likely to remain in the presidency, the aftermath of the election appears to be entering a new phase.