In a bold and humorous move, President Donald Trump shared an edited Wikipedia screenshot on social media, proclaiming himself as Venezuela’s ‘Acting President’ until January 2026. The image cleverly merges his real titles as the 45th and 47th U.S. President with this fictional Venezuelan role, sparking widespread reactions online.
This post comes amid Trump’s optimistic comments on improving U.S.-Venezuela ties. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, he highlighted smooth collaborations with Caracas’ new leadership following a U.S. operation that ousted Nicolas Maduro. ‘Everything’s going great in Venezuela. We’re working very well with the leadership,’ Trump stated confidently.
Trump revealed Venezuela’s request for 50 million barrels of oil from the U.S., which he promptly approved. He assured American energy firms of their safety, promising no issues under his watch. Blaming past administrations for previous hurdles, Trump quipped that problems arose because ‘they didn’t have President Trump.’
Earlier, Trump vowed to cut off Venezuela’s oil and financial flows to Cuba, enforcing distance between the nations with U.S. military involvement. ‘Venezuela no longer needs protection from those thugs who held them hostage for years,’ he declared. With America’s formidable military now in their corner, Trump positioned the U.S. as Venezuela’s ultimate guardian.
The edited photo and Trump’s remarks signal a potential shift in regional dynamics, blending satire with serious diplomatic overtures. As energy deals progress and talks continue, observers watch closely for what this ‘acting presidency’ might symbolize in U.S. foreign policy.