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Proposed Incorporation of Venezuela as a U.S. State

March 17 – March 19, 2026

The Bottom Line

President Trump is proposing to make Venezuela the 51st U.S. state following the military capture of the country and the installation of Delcy Rodríguez as interim president. This move would expand U.S. territory into South America and grant American citizenship to millions of Venezuelans. While the proposal was announced on social media, it has not yet been introduced as formal legislation in Congress.

Key Statements

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Trump proposes Venezuela become the 51st U.S. state following the country's capture and the swearing-in of Delcy Rodríguez as interim President.

This article confirms the proposal follows the actual capture of the country and the installation of a new leader.

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Trump Again Floats Idea of Venezuela Becoming America's 51st State

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Trump teases Venezuela as the 51st state after the country wins World Baseball Classic

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Donald Trump's reaction to Venezuela's WBC success: 'STATEHOOD, #51, ANYONE?'

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Donald Trump floats Venezuela becoming 51st state

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