Venezuela’s opposition leader recently made headlines by expressing her willingness to present her Nobel Peace Prize to Donald Trump, citing an alleged transgression against the US President. María Corina Machado, the recipient of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, was recognized by the Norwegian Nobel Committee for her steadfast opposition to a dictatorship. Despite being seen as a potential leader in Venezuela, her acceptance of the prestigious award reportedly irked Trump, who believed he was more deserving.
Insiders from Washington revealed that President Trump felt Machado should have bestowed the peace prize upon him. In response, Machado stated she would be delighted to personally hand the Nobel Peace Prize to Trump. She dedicated the award to him, praising his achievements and calling Maduro’s arrest a significant advancement for humanity, as political changes loom in Venezuela.
However, a source indicated that Machado’s acceptance of the prize was viewed as a grave misstep, potentially jeopardizing her chances of assuming leadership in Venezuela post-Maduro. The insider suggested that had she declined the award, citing Trump as the reason, she might have been in a different position today.
In a statement to Fox News, Machado reiterated her admiration for Trump and expressed openness to the idea of giving him the Nobel Peace Prize. Maduro’s vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, assumed the interim presidency in Venezuela and expressed hopes for cooperative relations with the US. Despite this, Trump issued a warning, suggesting repercussions if Rodríguez does not align with his expectations.
The evolving political landscape in Venezuela, coupled with international relations dynamics, underscores the complexities and uncertainties surrounding the region’s future.