No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen Trump's FATAL mistake with Venezuela invasion
Jan 7, 2026
This week features Jon Finer, the Biden administration's Deputy National Security Advisor, who discusses Trump's controversial Venezuela policy and its implications for U.S. foreign relations. Tommy Vietor, former National Security Council spokesman, critiques the ill-fated regime change approach, arguing it sets dangerous global precedents. Senator Mark Kelly weighs in on military oversight and free speech, challenging the narrative around demotion threats. Meanwhile, journalist Adam Klasfeld provides courtroom insights into Nicolás Maduro's arraignment, highlighting legal complexities.
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Imperialism 2.0 Risks Ceding The Future
- Trump's Venezuela move signals a return to territorial, resource-driven imperialism.
- That risks empowering rivals like China by distracting the U.S. from strategic technology competition.
Oil Seizure Won't Solve Energy Or Prices
- Seizing Venezuelan oil won't quickly or reliably lower U.S. energy prices.
- Oil profits flow to global markets and companies, not automatically to American consumers.
Use Midterms As A Check On Power
- Voters should treat midterm elections as a check on runaway executive power.
- Work now to flip Congress to restrain reckless foreign policy decisions.