America This Week America This Week, Live on Monday 1/5/26
Jan 6, 2026
Matt and Walter kick off with a spirited disagreement on military intervention, diving into the recent operation against Maduro. They unpack U.S. policy implications, including Marco Rubio's role and the motivations behind military moves. Historical comparisons highlight risks of commando operations, while media narratives are dissected for bias. A fascinating discussion unfolds on U.S. interference in Latin America and the regional impacts on Cuba. Lastly, they tackle accountability in Minnesota, revealing the tension between surveillance tech and government oversight.
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Skepticism About Wars Of Choice
- Matt Taibbi argues military force should be used only when directly attacked, not for wars of choice.
- He expresses skepticism about past interventions while acknowledging mixed motives in recent actions.
Who’s Running Venezuela, Per Reports
- NBC reporting named Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, John Ratcliffe, and Stephen Miller as running Venezuela policy.
- Taibbi and Kirn highlight vagueness of sources like "person familiar/knowledgeable about the matter."
Step Back Before Picking A Side
- Taibbi resolves to focus on what's actually happening and who believes what, not immediate takes.
- He recommends stepping back to ask questions before committing to a position.
