Start Here Translating Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’
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Jan 7, 2026 James Longman, ABC News chief international correspondent, discusses the Trump administration's strategic focus on Venezuela, Colombia, and Greenland. He explains how the 'Donroe Doctrine' symbolizes geopolitical aims, especially regarding China's influence. Peter Harlombus sheds light on the Uvalde trial, detailing the emotional jury selection and the challenges of holding officers accountable after the tragic shooting. Meanwhile, Alex Stone explores the aftermath of the destructive Los Angeles fires, highlighting the trend of corporate buyers acquiring burned properties amidst community rebuilding efforts.
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Donroe Doctrine Aims At Regional Power
- James Longman frames the Venezuela operation as part of a broader “Donroe Doctrine” focused on reasserting U.S. power in its hemisphere.
- He links the move to geostrategic aims, competition with China, and securing oil resources.
Three Strategic Drivers Behind The Move
- Longman identifies three themes: securing the U.S. backyard, countering China, and capturing Venezuela's heavy crude oil.
- He says those goals may outweigh concerns about breaking international law for this administration.
Other Countries Now On Edge
- Potential targets beyond Venezuela include Colombia and Cuba, where tensions with Trump are high.
- Greenland alarms NATO allies because annexation talk would contradict U.S. criticism of other aggressors.