Trump’s talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela
Trump’s post came after he said he was seriously considering admitting Venezuela as a state, while acting President Delcy Rodríguez rejected the idea.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump posted a Truth Social image depicting Venezuela as the 51st U.S. state, with a map notably excluding the Essequibo territory currently under dispute at the International Court of Justice.
- Acting President Delcy Rodriguez rejected the insinuation on Monday, stating from The Hague that Venezuela is "not a colony, but a free country." Her response contrasted sharply with past anti-U.S. rhetoric characteristic of Chavismo.
- Christopher Sabatini, senior fellow for Latin America at the London-based Chatham House, characterized Rodriguez's restraint as a "transactional" approach. "It's better that they hold their tongue, not offend the U.S. right now," Sabatini said.
- Local leader Jorge Navas described Trump's remarks as "irresponsible acts of provocation," arguing the government is "bending, strategically" to resist U.S. pressure amid Venezuela's severe economic crisis.
- The U.S. now recognizes Rodriguez as the sole head of state following former President Nicolas Maduro's capture in January, and the administration has eased sanctions despite tensions, creating a fragile diplomatic balance.
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