Reuters World News Tanker pursuit, 2026 immigration and UK asylum hotels
Dec 22, 2025
Amanda Cooper, a Reuters markets reporter, dives into the U.S. Coast Guard's pursuit of an oil tanker off Venezuela, exploring the legal implications and market reactions. She analyzes commodity price shifts in the context of this maritime chase. The conversation also touches on Trump's plans for a major 2026 immigration crackdown, aiming for significant deportations and increased enforcement. Additionally, aggressive tactics by right-wing videographers spark protests against asylum hotels in the UK, highlighting public tensions.
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US Chases Tankers, Markets React
- The US is pursuing a third oil tanker tied to a sanctioned dark fleet near Venezuela, testing maritime legal limits.
- Markets are jittery with oil above $61 and gold at record highs amid supply uncertainty.
Venezuela's Diminished Clout
- Venezuela's oil output is far below its past peak so global supply can absorb some disruption for now.
- Thin trading volumes amplify price swings during such geopolitical moves.
Huge Funding To Ramp Up Deportations
- The Trump administration plans massive immigration enforcement funding aiming for far higher deportation rates.
- Proposed $170 billion over four years dwarfs current annual ICE and Border Patrol budgets.