Overview
- The Norwegian Nobel Institute clarified on Jan. 6 that once a laureate is announced, the decision is permanent, according to spokesperson Erik Aasheim.
- Officials emphasized that while the title and medal are personal, the monetary award may be donated or used as the laureate sees fit.
- In a Fox News interview, María Corina Machado said she wanted to “give” and “share” the prize with President Donald Trump and described the honor as belonging to the Venezuelan people.
- Media citing the Washington Post reported Trump had withdrawn support for Machado after Nicolás Maduro’s capture, a claim presented as reported rather than confirmed.
- Trump told NBC he did not withdraw support and asserted Machado “shouldn’t have won,” and Machado has said she has not spoken directly with him since receiving the Nobel.