Ron Paul Liberty Report

Is Trump About To Pull The Trigger On Venezuela

Oct 22, 2025
The hosts dive into U.S. policy in Venezuela, exploring competing interests within the administration. They discuss the alarming potential for military action and the dubious claims connecting Venezuela to America's fentanyl crisis. Admiral Holsey's resignation hints at divisions in strategy, while discussions of war powers raise questions about executive overreach. The hosts urge Congress to focus on domestic issues rather than foreign interventions, questioning the legality and morality of recent actions taken. Tune in for insights that link international intrigue with national liberties.
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Competing Factions Drive Venezuela Policy

  • U.S. policy toward Venezuela reflects competing factions rather than a single coherent strategy.
  • Multiple advisers (Miller, Rubio, Grinnell, Hegseth) push different agendas, creating dangerous policy drift.
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Drug Pretext Mirrors Iraq-Style Justifications

  • The administration frames strikes as drug interdiction despite evidence drugs largely flow via Mexico and the Pacific.
  • Using drug pretexts risks repeating the WMD-style justification pattern from Iraq.
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Senior Military Resignation Signals Unease

  • Admiral Alvin Holsey resigned early, reportedly over discomfort with Caribbean strikes and legal concerns.
  • His departure signals internal military unease about legality and potential war crimes.
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