President Donald Trump sparked controversy by posting an image on his Truth Social account suggesting he is the “Acting President of Venezuela” following a U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
The Truth Social post featured a Wikipedia-style picture listing Trump as Venezuela’s acting leader beginning January 2026, though no official or legal authority supports the claim.
Trump posts photo of himself labelled as the 'Acting President of Venezuela' pic.twitter.com/38fz4ZwMPT
— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) January 12, 2026
Venezuela’s Vice President Delcy Rodríguez was constitutionally sworn in as interim president after Maduro’s removal, with the Venezuelan military and government recognizing her leadership.
U.S. policy under Trump has emphasized control over Venezuela’s oil resources and engagement with Rodríguez’s interim government.
Washington has also discussed selling Venezuelan oil and rebuilding the country’s energy infrastructure as part of broader strategic goals.
The move has drawn sharp international attention, raising questions about sovereignty, legality, and U.S. influence in Latin America.
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