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“Civil War In The White House” - Did Pompeo & Pence Plot A Venezuelan Coup To OUST Trump?

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Nov 8, 2025
Jordan Goudreau, a former Green Beret and founder of a security company, shares his extraordinary journey from soldier to strategist. He discusses his claimed recruitment by Trump aides to lead a plan for Nicolás Maduro's ousting. Goudreau explains the intricate details of a $212 million contract with opposition leader Juan Guaidó and outlines a three-phase strategy for the coup. He reveals his refusal to meet Trump to maintain deniability and provides insight into the funding mechanisms connected to the operation.
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ANECDOTE

Military Past And Post-Service Operations

  • Jordan Goudreau describes his military background from Canadian Army to JSOC-level units and his transition to founding a strategy company.
  • He recounts protecting AT&T crews in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria using negotiation with local gangs to reestablish communications.
INSIGHT

Embassy Closure Limited CIA Options

  • Goudreau claims parts of the U.S. national security apparatus opposed Trump's Venezuela approach, limiting CIA activity by closing the Caracas embassy.
  • He frames the embassy closure as a deliberate constraint on covert intelligence operations in Venezuela.
ANECDOTE

Recruited Through White House Contacts

  • Goudreau says he was recruited by Trump administration contacts including Keith Schiller to facilitate Maduro's removal and claims he refused a requested meeting with Trump.
  • He explains refusing the presidential meeting to preserve deniability and proceed only with operational work.
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