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Darren Woods clashed with Trump over Venezuela oil plans, calling it “uninvestable.” CEO of ExxonMobil since 2017, born 1964/65.

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US Plans Control of Venezuelan Oil

Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, the US government, led by President Donald Trump, is moving to control Venezuela's oil production and sales. Trump promises $100bn investment from US oil firms to rebuild Venezuela's oil industry, with US officials overseeing oil sales indefinitely. Major oil companies express cautious optimism amid political and economic uncertainties.

US Oil Firms Weigh Venezuela Re-entry

Following the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, US oil companies, including Exxon and ConocoPhillips, are considering re-investment in Venezuela's oil industry. However, concerns over legal reforms, debts, and investment protections persist, with the White House signaling cautious engagement amid ongoing political upheaval.