Machado says Venezuela will be free with support of Trump

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseJanuary 16, 2026 at 08:58 PM

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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado stated in Washington on Friday that Venezuela is beginning a transition to democracy and will achieve freedom with support from the U.S. and Donald Trump. Machado's party alleges that Nicolas Maduro stole the 2024 election, a claim supported by Washington and the international community. However, despite Machado's appeal, Trump has chosen to support former Vice-President Delcy Rodriguez as interim leader, prioritizing U.S. access to Venezuela's oil reserves. Trump believes Machado lacks sufficient support among Venezuelans. Machado maintains that this transition will significantly impact Venezuelans, the region, and the world.

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Washington ×240% January 3 US military operation 50% Delcy Rodriguez ×260% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×260% United States ×270% Donald Trump ×480% Maria Corina Machado ×590% Venezuela ×495%

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