U.S. Representative María Elvira Salazar, a member of Congress from Florida, posted a series of tweets on January 4, 2026, addressing recent developments in Venezuela and praising former President Donald Trump’s actions regarding the country.
In her first tweet at 18:27 UTC, Salazar stated: “President Trump kept his word. No fear. No excuses. Just the resolve to stand up to Maduro and defend freedom in our hemisphere.”
Shortly after, at 18:36 UTC, she wrote in Spanish: “DÍA HISTÓRICO: Comienza un nuevo capítulo para el pueblo venezolano y para la libertad en todo nuestro hemisferio.” This translates to “HISTORIC DAY: A new chapter begins for the Venezuelan people and for freedom throughout our hemisphere.”
Her third post at 18:39 UTC emphasized support for self-governance in Venezuela: “Creemos en pueblos libres gobernándose a sí mismos. Eso es exactamente lo que ocurrirá en Venezuela: libre, próspera y segura.” The statement means “We believe in free peoples governing themselves. That is exactly what will happen in Venezuela: free, prosperous and secure.”
María Elvira Salazar has been an outspoken advocate for democracy and human rights in Latin America during her tenure as U.S. Representative for Florida’s 27th congressional district.
The context of these statements centers on ongoing political tensions between the United States and Nicolás Maduro’s government in Venezuela. Over recent years, U.S. policy toward Venezuela has included sanctions and diplomatic pressure aimed at supporting democratic reforms and opposing Maduro’s rule.