Redacted News Trump pushes "land war" in Venezuela, and Russia goes nuclear | Redacted News Live
Oct 23, 2025
Scott Horton, a foreign policy expert, critiques U.S. actions in Venezuela and emphasizes the lack of justification for a potential land war. Former FBI agent Kyle Serafin sheds light on deep issues within the bureau, including delays in the January 6th pipe bomber investigation and the agency's culture of secrecy. Anders Alderson reveals findings from a mysterious crash near Area 51, suggesting it was an advanced drone prototype and discussing bizarre aerial phenomena. Each guest brings a unique lens to pressing geopolitical and domestic concerns.
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No Credible Justification For War On Venezuela
- Scott Horton argues the U.S. has no legitimate pretext to wage war on Venezuela and that drug claims are a cover for regime-change aims.
- He warns military action there could become a protracted, costly conflict unlike Panama, with serious downsides for U.S. credibility.
Diplomacy Over Monroe Doctrine Muscle
- Horton says diplomacy can handle foreign influence in Latin America without coups or wars.
- He rejects the idea the U.S. must be dominant in every Western Hemisphere country and urges restraint.
Sanctions Contribute To Venezuelan Collapse
- Horton highlights U.S. sanctions and economic pressure as partly responsible for Venezuela's humanitarian collapse.
- He frames current refugee and crime blowback as consequences of long-term U.S. policy choices.
