The comments stood in contrast to Trump’s broad but vague claims that the U.S. would at least temporarily “run” the oil-rich nation.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is suggesting the United States won't govern Venezuela other than enforcing an existing “oil quarantine” on the country.

President Donald Trump on Saturday said the U.S. will "run" Venezuela until a new leader is determined.

Rubio clarifies U.S. stance on Venezuela, asserting focus on oil blockade instead of direct governance after Maduro's removal.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in interviews on Sunday that it is "premature" to discuss elections in Venezuela because higher priorities, including the country's oil…

The comments stood in contrast to Trump’s broad but vague claims that the U.S. would at least temporarily “run” the oil-rich nation.