Trump's Venezuela "51st state" post sparks geopolitical firestorm

President Trump’s Truth Social graphic portraying Venezuela as the 51st state has ignited a diplomatic backlash. The controversy deepened after Marco Rubio wore a tracksuit mirroring ousted leader Nicolás Maduro’s capture attire. Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez pushed back against Trump’s remarks earlier, rejecting any suggestion that Venezuela could become part of USA.