President Donald Trump met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the White House Thursday, describing her as a “remarkable and brave voice” for the Venezuelan people. Despite the meeting, Trump’s assessment of Machado’s leadership prospects has not shifted, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, noting he still believes she lacks the domestic support needed to lead Venezuela.
Leavitt emphasized that the meeting was intended as an open and positive discussion rather than a negotiation or endorsement. Trump also reaffirmed his hope for future elections in Venezuela, though no specific timeline was provided.
