US President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado in Washington next week. The meeting comes at a time of growing political uncertainty and international backlash over the interim government in Venezuela, particularly following the arrest of Nicolas Maduro and the US oil strategy. Maria, a recent Nobel Peace Prize laureate, is coming to Washington next week for her first official meeting with Trump. Trump said in an interview that he was looking forward to saying “hello” and welcoming Maria. Maria is a prominent Venezuelan opposition figure who has spoken out for democratic principles, fair elections and human rights.

Source: The Patriot January 09, 2026 14:36 UTC