Trump’s Bold Claim: Could the U.S. Take Control of Venezuela’s Oil and Governance?

In a revealing interview with The New York Times, former President Donald Trump stated that the United States is capable of governing Venezuela and extracting its immense oil wealth for years to come. This candid admission comes as Washington grapples with how to handle the ongoing crisis in Venezuela—a country rich in resources but mired in chaos under a regime hostile to American values. Trump’s comments underscore a broader truth often ignored by current policymakers: America holds significant leverage over Venezuela’s resources. Yet instead of leveraging this power decisively to restore freedom, sovereignty, and prosperity to the Venezuelan people—and safeguard...