Politics · Corpus Christi, United States · United States of America · October 28, 2026

Trump shows Venezuelan oil tanker, floats 51st state

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Oct 27, 7:07 PM ET

At a Texas rally, Trump showed a tanker with 1 million barrels of oil. He suggested Venezuela become the 51st state.

Why it matters

It signals a US oil deal with Venezuela's post-Maduro government.

Background

Nicolás Maduro was deposed and faces trial in the US.

The story so far

1. Oct 27Trump campaigns in Texas, showcases Venezuelan oil, loosens methane rules
2. Oct 28Trump shows Venezuelan oil tanker, floats 51st state

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Sources

• Guardian Americas ↗Oct 27, 7:07 PM ET
• MercoPress ↗Oct 27, 11:36 PM ET

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