Hold These Truths with Dan Crenshaw SITREP 28: Venezuela, Greenland, Minnesota & Iranian Uprising
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Jan 9, 2026 In a whirlwind 13 minutes, the podcast dives into the stunning capture of Nicolás Maduro and the U.S.'s strategic control over Venezuelan oil. Greenland emerges as a key focus for the Trump administration, highlighting its geopolitical significance. Meanwhile, unrest in Iran poses a serious threat to the Ayatollah's regime. The podcast also touches on rising tensions between China and Japan, a controversial ICE shooting in Minneapolis, and shifting dietary guidelines. A succinct, engaging overview of world events and their implications!
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Maduro Capture And Transfer
- Dan Crenshaw recounts U.S. Delta Force capturing Nicolás Maduro in Caracas during Operation Absolute Resolve.
- He describes Maduro flown to Guantanamo then New York to face narco-terrorism charges in federal court.
U.S. Seeks Control Of Venezuelan Oil
- The U.S. will market Venezuelan crude to deny illicit actors access to oil revenue and enforce control over shipments.
- Officials emphasize seizing shadow-fleet tankers and selling stored oil to prevent funds reaching criminal networks or hostile intermediaries.
Personal Ties To Venezuela
- Dan Crenshaw shares personal ties to Venezuela, noting family lived there and he visited often.
- He says many Venezuelans and communities like Houston's are cheering Maduro's removal.
