Already in exile, Maldonado held positions in many parts of the Republican government, such as Minister of Justice (1949–1951) and Minister of Justice and Information (1962–1971).
Sudah di pengasingan, Maldonado memegang posisi di banyak bagian pemerintah Republik, seperti Menteri Kehakiman (1949-1951) dan Menteri Kehakiman dan Informasi (1962-1971).