Trump Shares Map Featuring Venezuela as Potential 51st State
Washington – President Donald Trump sparked controversy on Monday by posting a map of Venezuela overlaid with the U.S. flag and the caption “The 51st State” on his social media channels. The post occurred as Trump prepared for a key summit in China and one day after interim President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, dismissed the idea.
Rodríguez stated that Venezuela had never contemplated becoming the 51st U.S. state, following months of assertions from the Trump administration regarding U.S. control of the oil-rich nation.
This declaration came after U.S. forces detained former President Nicolás Maduro in January. Earlier in the week, Trump discussed the possibility of Venezuela becoming a new federal state within the United States during an interview with Fox News.
This followed prolonged claims by the administration. Since assuming power, Rodríguez has overseen a shift towards improved relations with the United States. The move has drawn criticism, particularly given the ongoing geopolitical situation surrounding Venezuela.
The administration’s consideration of Venezuela as a potential state highlights the complex dynamics within the region and the ongoing debate regarding the country’s future.
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