The Long Game with Jake Sullivan and Jon Finer Will U.S. Strikes Lead to War with Venezuela?
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Dec 12, 2025 Jake Sullivan and Jon Finer dive into the implications of a U.S. strike on a vessel in the Caribbean, exploring potential war crime accusations and congressional reactions. They discuss Trump's newly unveiled National Security Strategy, highlighting its focus on the Western Hemisphere and relationships with China. Legal and moral dilemmas surrounding military actions and their consequences are debated, especially regarding U.S. personnel safety. The conversation culminates with a rapid-fire Q&A, offering personal insights into their lives and careers.
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H200 Approval Undercuts U.S. AI Advantage
- The U.S. approved Nvidia H200 chip exports to China, a major strategic shift.
- Jon Finer warns this hands China a compute advantage and undermines U.S. long-term AI edge.
Economic Justifications Face Strong Pushback
- Administration argues economic reasons and company R&D needs justify the sale, but critics dispute that.
- Jake Sullivan highlights stock buybacks and questions whether proper concessions were extracted from China in return.
Legal And Moral Risks Of Boat Strikes
- The Venezuela boat strikes raise legal and moral questions, especially the reported double-tap killing of survivors.
- Jon Finer warns this could be the precursor to broader U.S. military action and regime-change aims.
