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Trump Names Rubio Overseer of Venezuela Post-Maduro Capture

7/11/2026

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U.S. officials are directing Venezuela’s affairs, sending WhatsApp messages and selfies to acting leader Delcy Rodríguez.
President Donald Trump suggested Secretary of State Marco Rubio could lead Venezuela after U.S. forces captured Nicolás Maduro, a role in which Rubio now oversees Venezuela’s finances and resources.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced leader Delcy Rodríguez will travel to India, while Rodríguez told Fox News any interview needs President Donald Trump’s approval.

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U.S. officials are directing Venezuela’s affairs, sending WhatsApp messages and selfies to acting leader Delcy Rodríguez.
President Donald Trump suggested Secretary of State Marco Rubio could lead Venezuela after U.S. forces captured Nicolás Maduro, a role in which Rubio now oversees Venezuela’s finances and resources.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced leader Delcy Rodríguez will travel to India, while Rodríguez told Fox News any interview needs President Donald Trump’s approval.