Venezuelan earthquakes test Trump’s new western hemisphere policy after gutting of USAID
Summary
Venezuela was hit by two strong earthquakes that caused many deaths and damaged buildings. The US government under President Trump quickly started a disaster response, sending rescue teams and money to help, in a country now viewed as an ally after a recent change in leadership.Key Facts
- Two earthquakes in Venezuela killed at least 920 people and caused building collapses.
- The US deployed over 250 disaster responders and pledged $150 million in aid.
- The US special forces removed Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's former leader, earlier this year.
- Venezuela’s current acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, is cooperating more with the US.
- The Trump administration moved disaster aid responsibility from USAID to the State Department and cut many aid workers.
- This earthquake response is the largest US disaster mission in the western hemisphere since these changes.
- Experts say the first 72 hours after an earthquake are critical for saving survivors.
- The US has reduced international aid programs and shifted focus to deals seen as beneficial to both countries, rather than charity.
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