Energy & Environment

Trump’s Venezuela Oil Deal: A Risky Gamble Under the Guise of Prosperity

By National Correspondent | January 5, 2026

The Trump administration’s proposal for American oil companies to reclaim Venezuelan assets hinges on risky investments amid unstable conditions and questionable guarantees, raising questions about national interest and energy security.

In a move that raises more questions than answers about American energy strategy and national interests, the Trump administration has reportedly offered U.S. oil companies a chance to reclaim assets seized by Venezuela—on one significant condition: they must invest heavily to revive the country's shattered oil infrastructure.Is This an Opportunity or a Dangerous Bet on Venezuelan Instability?According to sources cited by Politico, White House officials have been clear with industry executives that financial recovery is tied directly to returning operations in Venezuela, despite the nation’s ongoing political turmoil and dilapidated facilities. The offer has been circulating among key decision-makers over...

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