Maduro has named a long time ally as Interior Minister in a move that many say foreshadows further crackdowns.

Maduro has named a long time ally as Interior Minister. Diosdado Cabello has served in a number of positions in the government and was early support Hugo Chavez. The Interior Minister has board authority of the nation’s police forces. Cabello has promised to continue cracking down on those opposing the government.

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