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María Elvira Salazar Describes Delcy Rodríguez as a 'Necessary Evil' Before Trump Meeting

Salazar defended engaging Rodríguez as a temporary step toward stabilizing Venezuela and pursuing a democratic transition.

María Elvira Salazar Describes Delcy Rodríguez as a 'Necessary Evil' Before Trump Meeting
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This article1 analysis · Oct 5, 2026
Sep 20, 2026
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Rep. María Elvira Salazar called Delcy Rodríguez a “necessary evil for now,” saying she could help stabilize Venezuela and enable a democratic transition. Salazar also described a recent conversation with President Donald Trump after criticizing his immigration policies.

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Florida representative discussing U.S. policy toward Venezuela and her recent exchange with President Trump

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

U.S. president whose planned meeting with Rodríguez and conversation with Salazar are discussed

Mike Waltz
R · United States Ambassador to the United Nations

U.S. ambassador to the United Nations who confirmed the planned meeting

Marco Rubio
Secretary of State

Secretary of State whose remarks on Venezuela’s recovery and transition are referenced

ALSO MENTIONED  Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuelan interim president discussed as a prospective U.S. interlocutor; Nicolás Maduro, Former Venezuelan president mentioned in the account of Rodríguez taking office

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