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US: Marco Rubio as the Face of Trump's Policy on Venezuela

Published January 7, 2026, 12:16
US: Marco Rubio as the Face of Trump's Policy on Venezuela

Marco Rubio, the new US Secretary of State, is taking on a central role in the Trump administration's policy towards Venezuela. Of Cuban descent from Miami, Rubio has a long history of criticizing left-wing governments in Latin America and has sought regime change in Venezuela. The capture of Nicolás Maduro marks a potential shift in Venezuela's future, with the US seeking to exploit the country's oil reserves. Rubio, despite past clashes with Trump, has become a key advisor and Secretary of State, taking on a dual role. In Paris, talks are underway on peace in Ukraine and post-war security guarantees, with the participation of US and Ukrainian officials.