2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin Inside the Surging Minnesota Somali Scandal as Tim Walz Ends Reelection Bid; Who's Ruling Venezuela?
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Jan 6, 2026 
Marc Caputo, a political reporter with a sharp eye on Latin American politics, and Scott Johnson, a retired attorney and conservative commentator, dive deep into the Minnesota Somali scandal and the complexities of Venezuelan governance. They discuss Tim Walz's controversial decision to not seek reelection amidst accusations of fraud, and the political fallout surrounding him. Caputo offers insights on U.S. involvement in Venezuela, while Johnson highlights local outrage and the intricacies of ongoing fraud cases in Minnesota, providing a gripping look at these pressing political issues.
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U.S. Leverage Over Venezuela As Policy
- The Trump administration is openly using U.S. military and economic leverage to shape Venezuela's governance.
- That posture risks setting a precedent about using force to coerce sovereign nations, with global implications.
Why Washington Hesitates To Install Opposition
- Exiled opposition leaders hoped to govern but found Washington reluctant to install them directly.
- The administration prioritized a stable, surgical transition over immediate political installation.
Trump Centers Himself In The Operation
- Trump confidently claimed personal control over the Venezuela operation and celebrated MAGA's support.
- Stephen Miller and others publicly framed the move as unapologetic assertion of U.S. national interests in the hemisphere.