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§  Venezuelan opposition icon María Corina Machado handed her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump at White House Thursday

§  Gesture honors US role in seizing Nicolás Maduro Jan 3 on drug charges; Trump calls it “wonderful mutual respect”

Fz Khan, United States: In dramatic White House meeting, 2025 Nobel laureate María Corina Machado gifted her Peace Prize medal to Trump, crediting US for Maduro’s downfall. First in-person encounter post-Maduro arrest; Trump praises “wonderful woman who endured much” but backs interim Prez Delcy Rodríguez. Nobel Institute clarifies: prize non-transferable despite medal handoff.

Details & Context

Medal Moment: Post-luncheon, Machado told reporters: “Presented US president Nobel Peace Prize medal – recognition of his unique freedom commitment.” Trump Truth Social: “María presented her Nobel for work done. Wonderful gesture.!” White House photo shows gold-framed plaque.

Historical Parallel: Machado likened to Marquis de Lafayette gifting George Washington medal to Simón Bolívar – “200yrs later, Bolívar’s people return Nobel medal to Washington’s heir”.

Nobel Pushback: Committee: “Prize cannot be revoked, shared, transferred – final forever.” Peace Center X: “Medal changes owners, laureate title cannot”. Trump coveted Nobel since Abraham Accords.

Venezuela Post-Maduro: US seized Maduro Caracas Jan 3; charged NYC drug trafficking (pleads not guilty). Oil sanctions lifted; first $500M sale Wednesday. 6th tanker seized Thursday.

Machado walks into the Oval Office carrying her Nobel medal, won last year for standing up against Maduro’s harsh government that crushed free votes and rights. She’s been hiding out, facing bans from running in elections but her fans see her as Venezuela’s true hope. The meeting lasted over two hours with Machado pushing for U.S. backing to lead a new, fair government. Instead, Trump has been chatting with Delcy Rodríguez, Maduro’s old vice president now acting as boss, calling her a “terrific person” after a phone call.

Why the gift.? Machado linked it to old history – like when French hero Marquis de Lafayette gave a George Washington medal to Simón Bolívar, Venezuela’s freedom fighter dad, 200 years back. She said it’s like Venezuelans paying it forward to Washington’s “heir,” Trump, for helping boot Maduro. Trump posted on social media that it was a “great honor” and a sign of “mutual respect,” even sharing pics under George Washington’s portrait.

This all kicks off after January 3, 2026, when U.S. troops nabbed Maduro in Caracas on drug charges, ending his long grip. Now, Venezuela’s oil taps are flowing again – the U.S. just sold $500 million worth and grabbed more tankers sneaking sanctioned crude. But Machado’s camp says Trump’s cozying up to Rodríguez is a mistake, as she’s tied to the old bad guys. On X, users are split – some cheer the medal move as smart politics, others slam it as desperate. One post called Machado “pathetic” for offering to share the prize earlier but Trump shut down her full takeover bid, saying she lacks home support.

Fresh from today, January 16, 2026, X is buzzing with videos of Machado waving to fans outside the White House, chanting her name as future president. She also hit Capitol Hill to chat with senators, drowning out reporters with flag-waving crowds. Meanwhile, Rodríguez gave a big speech in Caracas, vowing to stand tall in U.S. talks and reopen the embassy.

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Quotes

·       Machado: “Historic day for Venezuelans... We count on President Trump. Medal recognizes unique freedom commitment”.

·       Trump (Truth Social): “María presented Nobel Peace Prize for work done. Wonderful gesture mutual respect. Great honor.!” “It was my Great Honor to meet María Corina Machado today. She is a wonderful woman who has been through so much. María presented me with her Nobel Peace Prize for the work I have done. Such a wonderful gesture of mutual respect. Thank you María.!”

·       Nobel Committee: “Once announced, prize cannot be revoked, shared, transferred. Decision final eternally”. “A medal can change owners but the title of a Nobel Peace Prize laureate cannot.” They stressed, “Once a Nobel Prize is announced, it cannot be revoked, shared or transferred to others.”

·       Freddy Guevara: “Not personal tactic – right for Venezuela freedom. Focus democratic elections”.

·       Delcy Rodríguez: “Go Washington standing tall, not crawling. Embrace US diplomacy”.

·       Machado told reporters after the meet: “I presented the president of the United States the medal of the Nobel Peace Prize as a recognition for his unique commitment with our freedom.” She added, “Today is a historic day for us Venezuelans. We can count on President Trump.”

·       Nobel Peace Center posted on X:

·       Freddy Guevara, opposition buddy in exile, said on @BBC: “I think this is not a personal goal. María Corina Machado understands the importance and she believes that this is the right thing to do for the freedom of Venezuela.” He pushed for “democratic elections where Venezuelans decide.”

·       White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt: “Machado is a remarkable and brave voice for many Venezuelans. Trump looked forward to a frank and positive discussion.”

·       Rodríguez in her speech: “If I ever have to go to Washington as acting president, I will do so standing tall, walking and not crawling.”

·       From X user @mjfree: “Trump refuses to work with her party... He wants Venezuela’s oil. And he’s stealing it.”

·       @OlgaBazova: “Trump pretty much telling Machado to f*ck off... because she ‘does not have support or respect within Venezuela.’”

Additional Information

Machado Bio: 2025 Nobel for democracy push; 2024 election claimed victory vs Maduro fraud. Trump rejects interim leadership: “Lacks domestic support.” Visited Congress; supporters chant “María, presidenta.!”

US-Venezuela Deals: Trump-Rodríguez phone “productive”; embassy reopening steps. Oil tanker seizures continue despite sanctions lift.

Opposition View: Voluntad Popular co-founder Guevara: “Oil important but democracy first – Venezuelans vote leaders”.

X trends: #MachadoTrumpNobel 3M+ posts, medal photo 10M views since Jan 15.

Machado’s prize came in December 2025 but she couldn’t grab it in Oslo due to threats – she hid out after claiming a win in 2024’s messy vote. Trump’s team moved fast post-Maduro: lifting oil bans, selling crude and boarding ships. A Venezuelan envoy heads to D.C. today for embassy talks, tied to Rodríguez.

X trends show #NobelToTrump spiking, with videos of the gift and debates on if it’s legal. Some posts question if it’s an “emolument” Trump can’t keep under U.S. rules. In Florida, Doral honored Machado with a street name, home to tons of Venezuelans. Guevara insists the goal is fair votes, not just oil deals. Nobel history: Some medals got auctioned, like Dmitry Muratov’s for Ukraine aid but titles stay put.

Latest from Jan 16: CNN updates say Trump kept the medal but no promise to back Machado fully. X user @LeadingReport shared Oval pics, calling it “breaking.”

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Impact Analysis

Machado-Trump medal symbolizes US-Venezuela reset but exposes opposition rift.

Oil flows ($500M first sale) stabilize economy; democratic transition uncertain.

This medal handoff could boost Trump’s image as a world fixer, especially with his Nobel dreams – he’s griped about missing out before. For Venezuela, it might split folks more: Machado’s fans cheer U.S. ties but critics see it as selling out. Economically, oil sales mean cash flow but if Trump sticks with Rodríguez, it could delay real democracy, hurting refugees and rights. Globally, it spotlights U.S. meddling – some praise ending tyranny, others cry oil grab. Socially, X engagement soars with memes and debates, potentially firing up U.S. Latinos for 2026 midterms. Downside: Nobel’s rep takes a hit if seen as political prop. Positive.? It might speed talks for free elections, helping millions flee poverty.

Conclusion

María Corina Machado’s Nobel medal gift crowns Trump-Venezuela saga post-Maduro capture. Symbolic “freedom brotherhood” clashes Nobel rules, interim Rodríguez reality. Oil tanker seizures, embassy talks signal thaw but opposition sidelined. Historic gesture or photo-op.? Watch democratic election push.

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