During his visit to Venezuela, US President Donald Trump made a surprising statement about possibly running for president in the country. At a press conference, initially focused on the rescue of a pilot whose plane crashed in Iran, Trump joked about his political future. He claimed his approval ratings in Venezuela surpass those of any other local political figure. "In the polls, I'm higher than anyone," he stated. Ironically suggesting a potential move to the nation, Trump added, "I'll learn Spanish quickly. It won't take me long. I'm good with languages, and I'm going to Venezuela; I'm going to run for president." These remarks were made amidst a complex diplomatic context. Despite the jests, Trump reaffirmed his full support for the interim president, Delcy Rodríguez. He described her as a "wonderful person" doing a "fantastic" job facilitating the governmental transition after the previous regime's departure. The Washington administration officially recognizes Rodríguez and has taken concrete steps to strengthen ties, including lifting economic sanctions, particularly in the energy sector. This strategic shift aims to encourage investment and bolster what Trump calls his "new great partner." Cooperation in oil and gas has been flowing successfully since early March, marking a turning point in bilateral relations that were previously at a standstill. This rapprochement led to the restoration of diplomatic relations last month after a rupture that began in 2019. Delcy Rodríguez has responded to these gestures by calling Trump an "ally and partner" and celebrating the new cooperation agenda.
