Venezuela’s Claims Mask Real Threat: U.S. Military Presence Protects America’s Interests in the Caribbean

Venezuela’s government-controlled National Assembly recently accused the United States of targeting Venezuelan fishermen with an aggressive military presence in the Caribbean Sea. This official condemnation frames U.S. naval patrols as an “escalation of aggression” that undermines Venezuelan sovereignty and endangers local livelihoods. But beneath this narrative lies a different story—one where American vigilance is essential to safeguarding national security and preserving regional stability. The Caracas legislature alleges that U.S. forces have illegally intercepted and attacked fishing vessels, criminalizing working-class Venezuelans as part of a sinister plot to justify regime change. Yet, these accusations conveniently ignore the documented threat posed by...