President Donald Trump's hopes for the Nobel Peace Prize have not been realised, as the 2025 award was given to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Machado, who was barred from running for president in her country, acknowledged Trump in her acceptance speech, thanking him for his support of Venezuelan democratic reform.
The decision has upset many of Trump's supporters, with Sean Davis of the Federalist declaring the prize was 'beneath' Trump and 'a joke'. The reaction reflects a broader narrative among some conservatives that the Nobel process lacks legitimacy, echoing similar grievances about other perceived slights.
Trump's approval ratings remain low, and the lack of a Nobel prize adds to a list of personal disappointments. Meanwhile, a potential Gaza peace deal, which could improve his chances in future years, is still developing.
