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  1. Donald Trump discussed the possibility of Venezuela becoming a US state, coinciding with reports of Nicolás Maduro's capture and economic changes.
  2. Donald Trump is engaging in rapprochement with Nicolás Maduro and supporting the Venezuelan regime.
  3. Alejandro Betancourt operates in Venezuela under Nicolás Maduro's regime while simultaneously acting as a fixer for the Trump administration.
  4. Sean Parnell commented on the situation after U.S. plans to take control of oil reserves were announced, involving Betancourt's company in Venezuela.

A proposed deal, announced on January 5, 2026, targets Venezuelan oil reserves involving Alejandro Betancourt and Donald Trump.

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A proposed deal, announced on January 5, 2026, targets Venezuelan oil reserves involving Alejandro Betancourt and Donald Trump.

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Alejandro BetancourtDonald Trump

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  1. Trump Administration sought Betancourt's partnership for oil deal on 9/18.1 source
  2. Debbie Wasserman Schultz vows to help block a proposed oil agreement targeting Venezuelan oil reserves.Sub-event
  3. Alejandro Betancourt acted as an intermediary in a major oil deal involving Donald Trump.Sub-event
  4. Trump announced the oil deal with Betancourt, confirming his role as a partner in the Venezuelan energy project.1 source
  5. Trump seeks agreements with acting President regarding Betancourt's company deal.1 source
  6. NABEP, led by Betancourt, will oversee Venezuelan oil production and sales.1 source
  7. Proposed deal targets Venezuelan oil reserves.1 source

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Sean Parnell commented on the situation after U.S. plans to take control of oil reserves were announced, involving Betancourt's company in Venezuela. All 1 developments

Within Donald Trump discussed the possibility of Venezuela becoming a US state, coinciding with reports of Nicolás Maduro's capture and economic changes.

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