Trump Discusses Venezuela and Miss Universe Pageant Ownership

President Donald Trump stated that he has knowledge about Venezuela due to his past ownership of the Miss Universe pageant, where Miss Venezuela contestants performed well. This comment was made during a press conference in the Oval Office when asked about the timing of elections in Venezuela. Trump mentioned that he had known the country for a long time and referenced his ownership of the Miss Universe Organization from 1996 to 2015, during which Miss Venezuela won the title multiple times. He also commented on the political situation in Venezuela, suggesting that the country is not yet ready for elections but has made progress. Trump praised Delcy Rodríguez, who has been acting as president since Nicolas Maduro's capture, and claimed that Venezuela is currently experiencing significant economic activity, particularly in oil production.