US Officials Criticize Venezuela Opposition Leader Machado Over Post-Earthquake Return

Senior Trump administration officials have strongly criticized Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado for her efforts to return to Venezuela following a recent earthquake, labeling the move as political opportunism. According to Axios, officials stated that Machado sought a role in administering aid and personally lobbied Secretary Rubio, but the request was denied.

Machado's attempts to re-enter Venezuela from both Curaçao and Panama were unsuccessful. The sharp rebuke highlights ongoing tensions between the U.S. and the Venezuelan opposition, even as the country grapples with humanitarian needs after the earthquake.