Venezuelan Opposition's Risky Alliance with Trump: Escalating Tensions with Maduro

In a bold move, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been working closely with former U.S. President Donald Trump's team to intensify pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. This collaboration, involving multiple meetings with Trump's officials, aims to leverage claims of Maduro's gang affiliations to justify a firmer U.S. policy.

Machado's team held negotiations with figures like Mike Waltz and Marco Rubio, advocating for the theory that Maduro exerts control over Tren de Aragua. Their allegations have seemingly influenced U.S. actions, including designating the gang as a terrorist threat and increasing military presence in the region.

Despite skeptics questioning the direct link between Maduro and the gangs, Machado remains steadfast in supporting U.S. military strategies. Her controversial alliance with Trump poses risks, with Venezuelan immigrants lacking protections and potential backlash from the Venezuelan populace.