The News Agents Special Episode: Is Trump now President...of Venezuela?
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Jan 3, 2026 In a dramatic nighttime raid, US forces captured Nicolás Maduro, igniting fierce debate over Trump's motives. The hosts question the legality of the operation and delve into the ramifications of potential US control over Venezuela's oil-rich territory. They compare this move to previous foreign interventions while examining how it alters Trump's 'America First' stance. Geopolitical reactions from Russia and China are explored, alongside the impact on domestic US politics and the looming risks of instability and migration.
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Stunning Military Success, Uncertain Aftermath
- The US operation in Venezuela was executed rapidly and with minimal US casualties, signalling high military capability.
- Hosts argue the move raises major questions about what follows for governance and stability.
Oil Drives Open Imperial Action
- Trump explicitly framed the operation as allowing US control to secure oil and commercial interests.
- Hosts link this openly to a return to overt imperial-style interventions in the Western Hemisphere.
Trump Watched From Mar‑a‑Lago
- Lewis notes Trump watched the operation from Mar-a-Lago and likened it to watching a television show.
- Hosts suggest this reflects Trump's appetite for spectacle and a hands-on, performative leadership style.
