Trump jokes about Venezuela as state 51 after its baseball victory over Italy
US President Donald Trump reacted ironically to Venezuela's victory over Italy in the World Baseball Classic, suggesting the South American country could become the '51st state' after advancing to the final.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump reacted to Venezuela's baseball victory over Italy in the World Baseball Classic.
- He ironically suggested Venezuela could become the '51st state'.
- Venezuela defeated Italy 4-2 and will play against the US in the final.
- The US Department of State had recently agreed to restore diplomatic relations with Venezuela.
- The US Department of State recognized Delcy Rodríguez as head of state.