Going Rogue with Lara Logan

WHAT’S NEXT FOR VENEZUELA? with Legendary CIA Officer Gary Berntsen | EP 53 | Going Rogue with Lara Logan

Jan 6, 2026
In this engaging discussion, former CIA officer Gary Berntsen dives into the intricacies of Nicolás Maduro’s arrest and the looming implications for Venezuela and the U.S. He uncovers the role of Smartmatic in global election fraud and the cartel's influence spreading into U.S. politics. Berntsen also explores connections between Venezuelan power players and global terrorism, emphasizing the urgent need for action against corruption. His insight into the CIA's future and the risks of political collusion paints a stark picture of the intertwined fates of nations.
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Maduro's Arrest As Restoration

  • Nicolas Maduro's arrest is framed as a restoration of democracy, not regime change.
  • Gary Berntsen argues the Maduro regime ran fraudulent elections and committed mass human-rights abuses over decades.
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Delcy Rodriguez Is Central To The Cartel

  • Delcy Rodriguez is presented as the cartel's financial manager and key organizer of payments to terrorist groups.
  • Berntsen warns she is as culpable as Maduro and cannot be left in power.
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Smartmatic's Global Election Reach

  • Smartmatic originated in Venezuela and was used with the CNE to rig elections starting in 2004.
  • That source code migrated to other companies and spread election influence globally.
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