White House Adviser Agen Discusses Venezuela Investment and Elections
Jarrod Agen, executive director of the White House’s National Energy Dominance Council, appeared on the POLITICO Energy Podcast. He addressed the Trump administration’s plans to encourage new investment in Venezuela following the capture of Nicholas Maduro.
bbc.co.ukJarrod Agen, executive director of the White House’s National Energy Dominance Council, spoke with POLITICO White House reporter Sophia Cai in an extended interview released May 11, 2026. The conversation covered the Trump administration’s approach to Venezuela after the capture of Nicholas Maduro, including efforts to attract new investment to the country.
Agen weighed in on the prospects for democratic elections in Venezuela in the near term. The discussion also addressed the energy market consequences of the ongoing Iran conflict and how those developments have influenced global prices. The interview turned to domestic issues, with Agen commenting on the politics surrounding high power prices in the United States.
The two also explored broader elements of the administration’s energy policy agenda.
The episode, hosted by Sophia Cai for the POLITICO Energy Podcast, runs 27 minutes. It was published at 9:00 AM UTC on May 11, 2026. Production credits include Nirmal Mulaikal as co-host and executive producer, KJ Cline as video producer, and Matt Daily as energy editor.
Additional editorial oversight came from Cyril Zaneski, executive editor of POLITICO’s E&E News, and Debra Kahn, editorial director for energy and environmental coverage. Veronica Tejera served as deputy head of Audio/Video for the outlet. The podcast is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and Instagram.
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Potential Impact
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The interview provides the administration’s current position on encouraging investment in Venezuela.
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Discussion of Iran conflict effects could shape expectations for global energy price volatility.
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Clarity on prospects for Venezuelan elections may influence diplomatic and energy sector decisions.
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