Julian Dorey Podcast #375 - Julian EXPLODES: CIA-backed Cartels, Paid Sell-Outs, China & Direct Energy Weapons | Jorge Ventura
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Jan 19, 2026 Jorge Ventura, an independent journalist known for his incisive documentary work on cartels and migration, dives deep into the complex narratives surrounding U.S. foreign policy and cartel dynamics. He shares insights on the CIA's connections with cartels, nuances of regime change in Venezuela, and troubling ties to China in illegal drug operations. Jorge also reveals the challenges facing independent media and discusses the implications of emerging geopolitical tensions, all while dissecting the evolving landscape of reporting amid social unrest.
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CIA Influence Shaped Venezuela Operation
- U.S. covert action and CIA leaks shaped the Venezuela operation and political messaging around it.
- Jorge warns regime change can have popular short-term effects but unpredictable long-term consequences.
Venezuelan Exiles' Emotional Response
- Jorge describes emotional reactions among Venezuelan exiles in South Florida after Maduro's ouster.
- He shares a UFC fighter's story who left Venezuela and hasn't seen his mother for years.
Charges Were Altered To Fit A Political Playbook
- The DOJ quietly revised charges around "Cartel de los Soles," weakening the original organizational claim.
- Jorge frames this as a political play to enable military action without clear legal grounds.
