US Energy Secretary promotes oil production in Venezuela during visit.

United States Energy Secretary Chris Wright visited Venezuela to meet with interim President Delcy Rodriguez, marking the first time a member of President Trump’s cabinet has visited the country. Despite historical tensions, Wright expressed optimism for improved relations under the Trump administration and emphasized a new era of expansion and US influence in the region. Trump has claimed ownership of Venezuela’s oil industry and announced plans to sell oil seized from the country, leading to criticism and legal concerns from Congress and opposition parties.

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