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Donald Trump Changes Tune on Nobel Peace Prize

Donald Trump Changes Tune on Nobel Peace Prize

Summary

President Donald Trump stated he is not interested in winning the Nobel Peace Prize during an interview. In past statements, he had expressed interest in the prize, citing his achievements. The Nobel Prize was recently awarded to Venezuelan leader María Corina Machado.

Key Facts

  • President Trump said he is "not interested" in the Nobel Peace Prize in a phone interview.
  • He was unsure if his actions would win him the prize.
  • Trump mentioned he does not talk about the prize with foreign leaders.
  • In the past, he has shown interest in the Nobel Peace Prize for his international efforts.
  • Trump previously highlighted his role in various peace agreements.
  • The prize went to María Corina Machado last year.
  • Machado offered her prize to Trump, which he accepted, but the Nobel Foundation does not allow prize transfers.

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