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Nobel Peace Prize Goes to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado as Trump’s Bid Falls Short

The Norwegian committee says it settled on its laureate before the recent Gaza ceasefire, limiting any role for Trump’s late-year diplomacy.

Overview

  • Machado was recognized for promoting democratic rights in Venezuela and her long-running push for a peaceful transition from Nicolás Maduro’s rule.
  • In her public remarks, Machado dedicated the award to Venezuelans and to President Trump for what she called his decisive support of their cause.
  • The White House denounced the selection, with spokesman Steven Cheung accusing the committee of choosing politics over peace.
  • Nominations closed on January 31 and the committee says its decision predated Gaza ceasefire developments, underscoring that 2025 events touted by Trump could not affect this year’s choice.
  • Trump allies and some world leaders argued he deserved the honor, and Rep. Claudia Tenney urged creating a separate Trump Peace and Prosperity Award to recognize his approach.