Trump indicates that Venezuela is responding to demands for ‘total access’ for US oil companies – US politics live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Amy SedghiJanuary 7, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Trump indicates that Venezuela is responding to demands for ‘total access’ for US oil companies – US politics live

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President Trump stated that Venezuela is responding to demands for "total access" for US oil companies, following his previous threats of military intervention. The statement comes amidst ongoing tensions between the US and Venezuela. Separately, the Trump administration is freezing over $10 billion in federal childcare and family assistance funds to California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. The Department of Health and Human Services cited concerns about fraud and misuse as the reason for freezing the funds. The European reaction to Trump's comments on Venezuela and potential plans for Greenland are being reported separately.

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