AdvertisementIn Wake Of 'Sham Election,' U.S. Sanctions Venezuelan President MaduroJuly 31, 2017Colin DwyerfacebookEmailVenezuelan President Nicolas Maduro celebrates the results of Sunday's referendum to elect members of his constituent assembly. For this "fundamental assault on the freedoms of the Venezuelan people," the U.S. Treasury announced sanctions on Maduro on Monday. (AFP/Getty Images)