Overview
- The Norwegian Nobel Institute said the award cannot be transferred, shared, revoked, or appealed, and that its decision is final.
- President Trump said he would accept the prize if Machado gave it to him, calling the gesture a great honor.
- Trump said Machado is expected to visit Washington next week for a meeting, possibly on Tuesday or Wednesday.
- Machado has dedicated the honor to Trump in interviews and suggested giving or sharing it as a gesture of gratitude after Nicolás Maduro’s removal.
- The Institute noted it does not comment on laureates’ subsequent statements or actions, emphasizing the limits of its mandate.