Trump jokes about learning Spanish, running for Venezuela president after US-backed Maduro ouster
During an April 2026 press conference on the Iran war, US President Donald Trump jokingly stated he could quickly learn Spanish and run for president of Venezuela after leaving office, claiming he would win easily given his polling numbers. Trump also praised US military forces for their January 2026 raid that successfully ousted sitting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from power. The comments reflect the Trump administration's direct military intervention in Venezuelan affairs and apparent confidence in reshaping the country's political future. The remarks underscore escalating US geopolitical assertiveness in Latin America and signal potential ongoing American involvement in Venezuela's post-Maduro transition.
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- April 7, 2026 at 6:28 AM PDT
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