Morning Joe ‘We’re going to keep the oil’: Joe details his Monday discussion with President Trump
Jan 6, 2026
Katty Kay, a seasoned journalist and U.S. special correspondent for BBC News, joins the conversation to unpack Joe's striking discussion with President Trump about Venezuelan oil. They delve into Trump's assertion that the U.S. will ‘keep the oil,’ raising concerns about echoes of imperialism. The panel explores the risks of military involvement, the fragile dynamics of potential governance in Venezuela, and how these developments could impact U.S. global credibility, especially regarding Ukraine. It's a fascinating dive into geopolitics and accountability.
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Keeping Venezuelan Oil As Policy
- Joe Scarborough reports Trump told him the U.S. will "keep the oil" from Venezuela and rebuild facilities.
- Trump framed the operation as correcting Bush's mistake and asserted economic control will follow military success.
Oil Industry Skeptical On Rapid Reinvestment
- David Ignatius relays oil executives' skepticism about rapid U.S. corporate investment in Venezuela.
- Executives cited enormous rehab costs, stolen equipment, and instability as major barriers.
Maduro Gone But Power Structures Persist
- David Ignatius warns Maduro's removal hasn't eliminated the narco-security apparatus running Venezuela.
- Key military and security figures named in indictments remain influential on the ground.