CARACAS, Venezuela — The stakes grew higher for Venezuela’s electoral authority to show proof backing its decision to declare President Nicolas Maduro the winner of the country’s presidential election after the United States on Thursday recognized opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez as the victor, discrediting the official results of the highly anticipated vote.

This followed calls from multiple governments, including close allies of Maduro, for detailed vote counts to be released{ai:summary}<p>In the smoky back alleys of Caracas, the electoral authority found itself cornered, as the U.S. backed opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, throwing shadows over Maduro’s claimed victory. The heat was on, and proof wasn’t just wanted; it was needed.</p><p>As the game grew bloodier, truth and power twisted like a double-cross in a noir flick. The stakes were higher, and the players weren’t shy about bending the rules. #politics</p>

U.S. says Venezuela opposition candidate Gonzalez won the presidential election

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