Trump Announces 30-50 Million Barrels From Venezuela
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Washington — President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that interim Venezuelan authorities will turn over between 30 million and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States. He said the oil will be sold at market price and that proceeds will be controlled by him to ensure funds benefit the people of Venezuela and the United States. Trump asked Energy Secretary Chris Wright to execute the plan immediately, with shipments moved by storage ships to U.S. unloading docks. Reports also note Delcy Rodríguez’s 2017 outreach to U.S. officials. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 2017: Delcy Rodríguez directed a $500,000 Citgo donation and courted U.S. officials and lobbyists.
- 2. Jan. 6, 2026: President Trump posted that Venezuela will turn over 30–50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the U.S.
- 3. Jan. 7, 2026: Multiple international outlets reported Trump’s statement and his directive to Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
- 4. Jan. 7, 2026: AP-syndicated articles recounted Rodríguez’s 2017 outreach and its role in raising her U.S. profile.
- 5. Jan. 2026: Some outlets reported a related U.S. strike and detention claims around Maduro, linking operations to oil custody claims.
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