President Trump to Meet With Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez in New York

Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, September 18, 2026 —

President Donald Trump is slated to meet with Delcy Rodríguez, identified as the acting president of Venezuela, in New York City sometime next week. The meeting, details of which are still emerging, is expected to take place as both leaders are scheduled to be in the city.

The specific date and location within New York City for the encounter have not yet been publicly disclosed. The planned discussion comes amid ongoing political and economic complexities within Venezuela.

Delcy Rodríguez has held various high-level positions within the Venezuelan government, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Vice President. Her role as acting president has been established within the framework of Venezuela’s current political landscape.

Meetings between high-ranking officials from different nations often serve as diplomatic channels to discuss bilateral relations, regional stability, and international issues. The agenda for the meeting between President Trump and Rodríguez is not available at this time.

Further information regarding the purpose of the meeting and any potential outcomes is anticipated to be released as the event approaches.

Story summarized from the original created by SEUNG MIN KIM, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.

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