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Trump shows Venezuelan oil tanker, floats 51st state

One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Lubbock, Texas, United States on October 27, 2026. Newest first.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · Day 2 · Politics · Corpus Christi, United States · United States of America

Trump shows Venezuelan oil tanker, floats 51st state

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.

Sources: Guardian Americas, MercoPress · See it on the globe

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 · Day 1 · Politics · Lubbock, Texas, United States · United States of America

Trump campaigns in Texas, showcases Venezuelan oil, loosens methane rules

Trump held a rally in Lubbock, Texas, with Rubio and showed off a tanker of Venezuelan oil. He floated Venezuela as a 51st state. He said he is rolling back methane rules. Midterms are on November 3.

Why it matters: The vote will decide control of Congress for the rest of Trump's term.

Sources: The Guardian, The Guardian, The Straits Times · See it on the globe

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