The Socialist Program with Brian Becker Will Trump Invade Venezuela? + Debunking Pro-War Lies w/ Zoe Alexandra
Oct 30, 2025
Zoe Alexandra, Editor-in-Chief of Peoples Dispatch and co-host of the panel podcast Give the People What They Want, dives into the escalating U.S. military actions against Venezuela. She discusses the implications of recent military buildup and civilian casualties. Zoe covers Colombia's strategic involvement and the historical ties with the U.S. While addressing the shifting narrative from human rights to drug trafficking, she critiques the rhetoric of democracy. She also explores the improbability of a full-scale invasion, examining the resilience of Venezuela's military and society.
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Military Escalation Masked As Drug War
- The Trump administration has deployed an aircraft carrier, 10,000 troops, and warships to pressure Venezuela under the pretext of fighting drugs.
- The U.S. acts as judge, jury, and executioner with airstrikes on small vessels and minimal provided evidence.
Airstrikes Kill Fishermen, Not Proven Traffickers
- Zoe Alexandra details summary executions from airstrikes on small Caribbean vessels since September.
- Survivors and families report many victims were fishermen, not drug traffickers, contradicting U.S. claims.
Colombia As U.S. Regional Launchpad
- Colombia is a long-standing U.S. military partner with multiple bases and training ties.
- Washington uses Colombia as a regional hub for operations against Venezuela, including paramilitary and diplomatic support.