In response, President Trump acknowledged Machadoโs win and noted that she had dedicated the award to him, stating that she accepted it โin honor of you because you really deserved it.โย He described her gesture as โa very nice thing to doโ and emphasized his ongoing commitment to global peace initiatives.
The White House also expressed its discontent with the Nobel Committeeโs decision. Communications Director Steven Cheung criticized the committee for placing โpolitics over peace,โ highlighting Trumpโs significant role in recent international peace efforts, including the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Despite the controversy, Trumpโs peace initiatives have garnered international attention. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif publicly re-nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his efforts in ending conflicts in South Asia and the Middle East. However, some experts caution that while Trumpโs administration has brokered several ceasefires, the long-term stability of these agreements remains uncertain.
As the debate continues, President Trumpโs response underscores his belief in the importance of his diplomatic efforts and his desire for recognition on the global stage.
