The US has pledged $150 million in aid to Venezuela following a recent earthquake, with a focus on faith-based groups, the World Food Programme, and search and rescue teams. The response effort is considered one of the strongest in recent US history, with a whole-of-government approach and the deployment of teams to locate survivors. This marks a significant shift from the Trump administration's response to a similar earthquake in Myanmar in 2025, which received significantly less aid. The administration's ability to sustain a robust response over time will be crucial in determining the effectiveness of its efforts.
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