U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard and Chargé d’Affaires John M. Barrett meet with President Delcy Rodríguez and other senior leaders in Venezuela, June 26, 2026, to coordinate earthquake relief efforts in the country. Maj. Gen. Jarrard is the senior U.S. Southern Command official on the ground and is working closely with partners to plan, coordinate, and direct the U.S. military’s support to the rapid, life-saving movement of response personnel, equipment, and humanitarian assistance into affected areas. At the request of Venezuela, and in support of the Department of State, the Department of War is rapidly surging critical capabilities to support earthquake relief operations and to help save lives. (Department of State photo)