Machado’s risky gambit in escaping Venezuela and relying on Trump - Financial Times
Google News • 12/13/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has made a risky escape from Venezuela, relying on U.S. support, including assistance from veterans, to navigate military checkpoints and treacherous seas, according to multiple sources. A special forces veteran who aided her escape has urged her not to return to Venezuela, highlighting the dangers she faces.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
34 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Google News
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 34 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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