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President Trump posts edited Wikipedia profile as 'Acting President of Venezuela'

"Breaking: Donald Trump sparks controversy by declaring himself 'Acting President of Venezuela' in an edited Wikipedia post. Explore the implications and latest protests."

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President Trump posts edited Wikipedia profile as 'Acting President of Venezuela'
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Former President Donald Trump posted an edited version of his Wikipedia profile on social media, labeling himself as the "Acting President of Venezuela." This post was made public on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

The edited profile has drawn attention due to its controversial nature, as it misrepresents Trump"s official status. The implications of such a claim are significant, given the ongoing political situation in Venezuela.

In recent developments, protests against the Venezuelan regime have occurred in various locations, including Los Angeles, where demonstrators attempted to assault a U-Haul driver during an anti-regime march. For more on this incident, see our related coverage.

Trump"s actions come amid a backdrop of heightened political tensions both domestically and internationally. The former president has previously made headlines for his comments regarding foreign policy, including potential actions against Iran and discussions about seizing oil tankers headed to Cuba.

This latest post adds to the ongoing discourse surrounding Trump"s influence and statements regarding foreign nations.

President Trump posts edited Wikipedia profile as 'Acting President of Venezuela' - DemState