The President's Daily Brief November 20th, 2025: Maduro Offers To Step Down & Poland Accuses Russia Of Train Bombing
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Nov 20, 2025 Tensions rise as President Trump greenlights CIA plans for covert actions in Venezuela following an unexpected offer from Maduro to resign. Meanwhile, Poland accuses Russia of sabotaging vital rail lines meant for Ukrainian aid. In a separate alert, MI5 warns that Chinese operatives are using LinkedIn to infiltrate U.K. parliamentary staff. A glimmer of cooperation emerges as the U.S. and Russia quietly discuss a potential prisoner exchange, showcasing complex international dynamics.
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CIA Planning, Not Immediate Action
- President Trump authorized CIA planning authority for covert options in Venezuela but not immediate operations.
- That planning step prepares actionable options without committing the U.S. to direct military intervention.
Maduro Floated An Exit
- Nicolás Maduro privately floated stepping down, signaling he may feel real pressure.
- Authoritarian leaders rarely discuss exit plans unless facing serious external or internal strain.
Pressure Is Multi-Front
- Venezuela's economic collapse and U.S. military posture increase pressure on Maduro's regime.
- The U.S. is using a calibrated pressure campaign combining military positioning and covert planning.