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Trump Eyes Machado's Role in Venezuela's Transition Post-Maduro

1/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on January 20, 2026, that he is considering involving María Corina Machado in Venezuela's transition.
Trump's stance marks a shift from earlier doubts about Machado's leadership.
He said at a White House press conference, 'We're talking to her and maybe we can get her involved some way'.
The remarks follow Maduro's capture and point to a new phase in U.S.-Venezuela relations with oil investments.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on January 20, 2026, that he is considering involving María Corina Machado in Venezuela's transition.
Trump's stance marks a shift from earlier doubts about Machado's leadership.
He said at a White House press conference, 'We're talking to her and maybe we can get her involved some way'.
The remarks follow Maduro's capture and point to a new phase in U.S.-Venezuela relations with oil investments.