Summary
The White House criticized the Nobel Committee for awarding the Peace Prize to Venezuelan activist María Coria Machado instead of President Donald Trump. They argue President Trump has made significant contributions to global peace, including recent ceasefire efforts in Gaza. President Trump has expressed a strong desire to be recognized for his peace-making actions.
Key Facts
- María Coria Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in promoting democracy in Venezuela.
- The White House accused the Nobel Committee of prioritizing politics over peace by not awarding Trump.
- President Trump has been active in peace efforts, including a ceasefire deal in Gaza.
- The Nobel Peace Prize nominations close at the end of January, shortly after Trump began his second term.
- President Trump claims to have ended multiple global conflicts in his time in office.
- The Committee selects Peace Prize winners based on work in arms control, peace negotiations, democracy, and human rights.
- Four U.S. Presidents have won the Nobel Peace Prize; Barack Obama won while in office.
