Following two earthquakes in Venezuela, former US President Donald Trump announced his willingness to provide assistance. Trump stated he has directed all US government agencies to prepare for a rapid response. He described Venezuela as “new and great friends,” a notable shift in rhetoric given his previous adversarial stance towards the nation. The extent of the damage is currently unclear, with initial reports described as unfavorable. This offer of aid marks a potential turning point in US-Venezuela relations, which have been strained for years. The offer was made via Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social.