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GEM partners with US State Department to allow teams heading to quake-impacted Venezuela to land on military base
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· June 26, 2026
· 3 min read
As a South Florida-based nonprofit continues stepping up to help the victims of two powerful back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela, it’s joining forces with the U.S. government in order to better reach those impacted by the natural disaster.Officials with the Global Empowerment Mission told 7
Key takeaway Officials with the Global Empowerment Mission told 7News on Friday morning that they have partnered with the U.
Why this matters in The Miami
The partnership between the Global Empowerment Mission and the US State Department to aid Venezuela comes as a significant development for Miami 's large Venezuelan exile community, particularly those in Doral where GEM's warehouse is located. The outpouring of support, with over $1 million donated and a constant stream of supplies being dropped off, demonstrates the strong ties between South Florida and Venezuela. As the relief efforts continue, Miami's role as a hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities is once again highlighted. The city's experience in responding to natural disasters, including hurricanes and flooding, also positions it well to support relief efforts in Venezuela. The ability to land on a military base in Venezuela will facilitate the delivery of aid, and the community's response will likely be crucial in the coming days as GEM works to reach those impacted by the earthquakes.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? As a South Florida-based nonprofit continues stepping up to help the victims of two powerful back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela, it’s joining forces with the U.S. government in order to better reach those impacted by the natural disaster.Officials with the Global Empowerment Mission told 7
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