Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. will collaborate with Venezuelan officials if they make good decisions, adding that Washington will also maintain pressure on the Latin American country.

The American Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, stated that the United States will collaborate with officials from Venezuela, especially with Vice President Delcy Rodriguez, "if they make good decisions" for the country. The statement was made in the context of the capture of Nicolas Maduro, brought to the U.S. to be tried for drug trafficking. Rubio emphasized that, in the event that Venezuela does not make the right decisions, the U.S. will maintain pressure through the oil embargo and other measures. He also tried to clarify President Donald Trump's statements about the possible deployment of troops, emphasizing that American influence will be exerted through embargo, not military intervention. Rubio mentioned that Maduro was not a reliable partner, and the future of collaboration depends on the actions of the new Venezuelan leaders. Regarding support for opposition candidates, Rubio avoided making commitments, stating that the U.S. cannot intervene in the internal politics of other countries.