Former President Donald Trump plans to meet with House Republicans on Tuesday morning at the Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. The meeting comes only a few days after U.S. forces carried out strikes in Venezuela and captured Nicolás Maduro. Trump is set to speak at 10 a.m., and his remarks will stream live.
GOP Holds Full Day Policy Forum
House Republicans will spend the day at the center for a policy forum focused on their 2026 agenda. Lawmakers expect Trump to help rally support and set the tone as Congress returns from a two week holiday break.
Lawmakers Expect Focus On Venezuela
Several Republicans believe Trump will spend much of his speech talking about Venezuela and the legal reasons behind the operation. One GOP source said Trump may talk longer about Venezuela than domestic policy. Others expect the speech to feel similar to his campaign style events.
Questions About Maduro’s Legitimacy
Florida Rep. Mike Haridopolos said Trump may argue that Maduro lacks legitimacy because many countries do not recognize his rule. He also noted that only U.S. rivals still back Maduro.
Election Strategy Likely Highlighted
Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt expects Trump to talk about the upcoming elections and the priorities of his administration. He believes Trump will stress the importance of winning in November while locking in GOP policy goals.
