Diosdado Cabello
Minister of Interior, Justice, and Peace
At a glance
Diosdado Cabello is Minister of Interior, Justice, and Peace and the PSUV's first vice president — long considered the second most powerful figure in the Venezuelan government.
Who is Diosdado Cabello?
A retired military officer who participated in the 1992 coup attempt alongside Hugo Chávez, Diosdado Cabello Rondón has occupied senior positions throughout the Bolivarian government — including National Assembly president, Vice President, and governor of Miranda. He was appointed Minister of Interior, Justice, and Peace in 2024.
Cabello commands a parallel power base inside the PSUV and the armed forces, making him one of the most-watched figures by foreign compliance teams. He has been on the OFAC SDN list since 2018.
Also known as: Diosdado Cabello Rondón.
Career timeline
- 1992 — Participated in the February coup attempt led by Hugo Chávez
- 2012–2016 — President of the National Assembly
- 2024 — Appointed Minister of Interior, Justice, and Peace
Network & connections
The following figures are part of Diosdado Cabello's direct political, cabinet, or institutional network — useful for compliance teams mapping the wider Venezuelan power structure:
Frequently asked questions
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Sources & further reading
Useful tools and explainers
- Browse all active OFAC Venezuela SDN designations — the live US Treasury tracker for individuals, entities, vessels, and aircraft.
- OFAC Venezuela sanctions checker — paste any name to check it against the active SDN list.
- How to invest in Venezuela (2026 sanctions-safe guide)
- Browse all Venezuelan power figures
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