Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado gave her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump in Washington, calling it recognition of his commitment to Venezuela's freedom. She vowed to lead the country 'when the right time comes,' despite Trump declining to endorse her as the new leader.

The move follows the US seizure of President Nicolás Maduro on drug charges and Trump's engagement with interim president Delcy Rodríguez. Machado's gift highlights the deep split within Venezuela's opposition, as she claims victory in contested 2024 elections while Rodríguez meets with the CIA to build trust.

Machado visited Congress and met US senators, confident in an 'orderly transition.' Meanwhile, Rodríguez announced oil reforms to attract foreign investment, a shift from Maduro's policies. Trump praised both women, calling Rodríguez a 'terrific person' and Machado's gesture one of 'mutual respect.'