This Senate resolution expresses the chamber's strong support for free and fair general elections in Venezuela . It emphasizes that the Venezuelan people deserve to elect their political leaders through a democratic process, highlighting the broad support for the democratic opposition. The resolution asserts that the current Maduro-Rodriguez regime lacks both international legitimacy and the backing of the Venezuelan populace. Furthermore, it states that a democratic and free Venezuela, unburdened by the influence of China, Iran, and Cuba, aligns with the national interest of the United States . Therefore, the Senate resolves that the U.S. should employ all available diplomatic tools to facilitate internationally monitored elections in the country.