Brazil’s Mega Oil Platform Breaks Records—But What Does This Mean for U.S. Energy Security?

Brazil recently made headlines with the remarkable performance of its massive Almirante Tamandaré oil platform, one of the largest floating production facilities on the planet. Since beginning operations earlier this year, it has shattered records by producing up to 250,000 barrels of crude per day—enough to supply a country like Portugal—and now accounts for 8% of Brazil's total output. While this achievement might seem distant, it sends a clear signal that America must reconsider its own energy policy and national security priorities. Is America Falling Behind in the Global Energy Race? The Almirante Tamandaré is no ordinary rig; at 351...