The White House has sharply criticized the Nobel Committee for its decision to award the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan pro-democracy activist María Coria Machado, accusing the committee of prioritizing politics over peace. The announcement, made on Friday, recognized Machado for her relentless efforts in advancing democratic rights in Venezuela. President Donald Trump, who has openly expressed his desire for the prestigious award, was notably overlooked despite his claims of resolving global conflicts and brokering a recent ceasefire in Gaza. White House communications director Steven Cheung condemned the decision, stating, ‘The Nobel Committee proved they place politics over peace.’ Cheung further praised Trump’s humanitarian efforts, calling him ‘the peace president’ and emphasizing his role in ending wars and saving lives. Trump’s supporters, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Russian President Vladimir Putin, have previously advocated for his nomination. Putin, however, remarked that the award had ‘lost credibility,’ a statement Trump shared on his Truth Social platform. Machado, in her acceptance message, acknowledged Trump’s support for her cause. Despite Trump’s diplomatic achievements, including the Gaza ceasefire, his eligibility for the prize was hindered by the nomination deadline of January 31, just days after he assumed office. The Nobel Committee’s criteria emphasize contributions to arms control, peace negotiations, democracy, and human rights—areas where Trump’s policies, such as mass deportations and the use of National Guard troops domestically, have drawn criticism. Only four U.S. presidents have received the Nobel Peace Prize, with Barack Obama being the sole recipient while in office.
White House slams Nobel Committee for not awarding Peace Prize to Trump
