Subject
Venezuela
MediaBias News has published 21 stories involving Venezuela, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · Latin AmericaTrump open to US military base in Venezuela
Donald Trump has not ruled out establishing a US military base in Venezuela, stating his administration is evaluating "many things." He indicated good relations with the country and that its people are happy.
Latin America2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 61
Politics · Latin AmericaTrump says Venezuela elections too soon, cites oil companies
Donald Trump stated that while elections could be held in Venezuela, it is currently too soon. He also mentioned a positive working relationship with interim president Delcy Rodríguez and noted the arrival of oil companies in the country.
Latin America2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 52 · Hype 25
Politics · United StatesTrump and Rodriguez Discussed Venezuela Debt Restructuring
US President Donald Trump and Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez met briefly to discuss the restructuring of Venezuela's sovereign debt, according to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio stated that debt restructuring is key to Venezuela's success and that elections were also discussed.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 41
PoliticsRubio discusses Trump meeting with Venezuela's Rodriguez
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio provided limited information regarding a meeting between President Donald Trump and Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez. He discussed steps to rebuild economic confidence, debt restructuring, and the political transition process in Venezuela.
2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
PoliticsTrump's UN speech fact-checked for false claims
President Donald Trump's address to the United Nations General Assembly included numerous claims that have been disputed by experts and official reports. These assertions covered topics from U.S. munitions stockpiles and global oil reserves to his record on settling wars and climate change warnings.
5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump touts 'peace through strength' at UN, warns Iran
Donald Trump told the UN General Assembly that he has made peace while others only talked about it. He emphasized American strength and warned Iran it faced annihilation or an agreement.
United States3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 40
Politics · Latin AmericaUK upgrades diplomatic ties with Venezuela, appoints ambassador
The United Kingdom has announced it will upgrade its diplomatic relations with Venezuela, including the appointment of an ambassador. The UK stated the move is intended to bolster its ability to support a democratic transition in Venezuela, clarifying it does not alter its assessment of past elections.
Latin America3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
PoliticsFBI Director Kash Patel says all 10 most wanted fugitives captured
FBI Director Kash Patel announced that all 10 fugitives on the FBI's Most Wanted list have been captured during President Donald Trump's second term. The final fugitive was apprehended in Venezuela over the past weekend.
3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · Middle EastMassie files impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Hegseth
Representative Thomas Massie has introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Massie alleges Hegseth continued U.S. military operations in Iran without congressional approval and criticizes his actions in Venezuela and Yemen.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · Latin AmericaAlex Saab to plead guilty in US money laundering case
Alex Saab, an ally of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, is expected to plead guilty in a US federal money laundering case. He is accused of bribing officials to win contracts for food imports during a period of hardship in Venezuela.
Latin America3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Politics · Latin AmericaUS seeks greater access to Venezuela's minerals
The Trump administration is pursuing increased access to Venezuela's mineral resources, including gold. This effort involves consulting US companies on potential investments and aims to counter China's influence in the region, though challenges like illegal mining and weak infrastructure exist.
Latin America2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · Latin AmericaTrinidad and Tobago Foreign Minister Sean Sobers arrives in Caracas to advance energy and security agenda
Sean Sobers landed in Venezuela on 3 September 2026 to pursue a broad agenda covering energy, trade, national security and cross‑border issues. The trip follows fresh contracts and a backdrop of diplomatic strain after a U.S. fleet operated near the Caribbean last year.
Latin America2 min readTrust 56 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
Business & Economy · Latin AmericaUS Energy Secretary Denies Stealing Venezuelan Oil
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has denied accusations that Washington is attempting to steal Venezuelan oil. He stated that an agreement allows the US to exploit 20% of the country's reserves, with revenue shared.
Latin America3 min readTrust 76 · Craft 62 · Hype 30- Business & Economy · Latin America
Chevron to invest $7bn in Venezuela oil production after US deal
Chevron announced plans to invest over $7 billion in Venezuela, targeting 600,000 barrels per day by 2031. The deal follows a US government push to revive Venezuela’s oil industry, including Pentagon profit-sharing, but analysts question its legal and political durability.
Latin America5 min readTrust 80 · Craft 85 · Hype 15 
Business & Economy · Latin AmericaUS firm to take over Venezuelan oilfields from Chinese and Russian companies
A U.S.-backed company, North American Blue Energy Partners, is set to take over oilfields in Venezuela previously operated by Chinese and Russian firms. The deal grants the U.S. government a significant stake and preferential access to production.
Latin America4 min readTrust 78 · Craft 65 · Hype 15- Politics · Middle East
Ted Cruz says US achieved Iran goals, backs Venezuela oil deal
Senator Ted Cruz stated that the United States has met its primary military objectives in Iran, defending Donald Trump's "mission accomplished" declaration. He also praised an agreement giving the US control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil and urged for free elections in Venezuela.
Middle East2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61 
Business & Economy · Latin AmericaTrump announces US control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
US President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Venezuela granting the United States majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of the country's oil reserves. Trump described the deal as the largest in world history, predicting it would increase US reserves and reduce fuel prices.
Latin America4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 68- Business & Economy · Latin America
US Negotiates Venezuelan Oil Field Stakes
The United States is in talks with Venezuela to acquire stakes in over a dozen oil fields. The agreement could significantly increase US strategic petroleum reserves, which have fallen to a 40-year low.
Latin America2 min readTrust 43 · Craft 95 · Hype 68 - Politics · Latin America
Colombian President Orders Immigration Raids and Deportations
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has ordered immigration raids and vowed to deport migrants without legal status, prioritizing those who commit crimes. This marks a significant departure from Colombia's prior policy of offering pathways to residency for Venezuelans.
Latin America3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 58 · Hype 45 
Conflict & Security · IndiaUS sells seized Venezuela-linked tankers Era and Lileo for scrap in India
The US government sold two oil tankers, Era and Lileo, to Dubai-based Global Marketing Systems for scrap after seizing them in January. The tankers, linked to sanctioned oil exports from Venezuela and Iran, will be dismantled in India. Ownership complexities were noted in the court-authorised sale.
India4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 68 · Hype 12
Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump says US prefers Iran deal to military action but warns on nuclear arms
US President Donald Trump stated he would rather negotiate with Iran than launch further military strikes, claiming Iran requested talks after the US prepared a major attack. Iran’s deputy foreign minister denied recent negotiations, while Trump compared US actions in Iran to its Venezuela policy.
Middle East4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 67 · Hype 32
