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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2002

The Bush administration on Tuesday tried to respond to criticism over its role in the temporary ouster of Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez.

According to the White House, there was no direct involvement. Although Bush officials met with opponents to Chávez prior to his ouster, the administration said it warned against a coup.

But when the democratically-elected Chávez was thrown out of office last week, the White House embraced the change. Two days later, Chávez returned to power.

White House Comments on Venezuela:
Text: Press Briefing (4/16) | Audio: Press Briefing (4/16)

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U.S. Details Talks With Opposition (The Washington Post 4/17)
White House denies part in Venezuela coup (The Washington Times 4/17)
U.S. Cautioned Leader of Plot Against Chávez (The New York Times 4/17)
O.A.S. Reaffirms Support for Venezuelan (The New York Times 4/17)
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