NYT
How Marco Rubio is Running Venezuela From Afar
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, influences Venezuela's financial policy, natural resource distribution, and government operations through sanctions and diplomatic pressure. The extent of Rubio's involvement reflects U.S. leverage over Venezuela's economy and governance during the Trump administration. Rubio has supported sanctions against Venezuelan officials and has advocated for recognition of opposition figures in Venezuelan politics.
