Tom Bilyeu's Impact Theory Cold War 2.0: How Venezuela Became a Pawn in a US-China Power Struggle
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Jan 13, 2026 Dive into the complex geopolitical landscape of Venezuela, where U.S. actions are revealed to be about more than just oil or drugs. Discover the historical parallels with events like the Cuban Missile Crisis and the looming shadow of a new Cold War. Explore China's rising influence and strategic maneuvers in Latin America, and the potential consequences of U.S. intervention. The discussion warns of the risks of empire overreach and paints a thought-provoking picture of the challenges ahead for both Venezuela and the global order.
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Venezuela As A Geopolitical Pawn
- The U.S. invasion of Venezuela wasn't about oil or drugs but about strategic competition with China.
- Venezuela became a pawn as its collapse invited Chinese influence into America's hemisphere.
Economic Collapse Enabled Foreign Influence
- Venezuela's economic collapse under socialism created the opening for China's Belt and Road reach.
- Maduro's 2018 Belt and Road alignment brought a major rival into the U.S. backyard.
Cuban Crises As A Historical Parallel
- Tom Bilyeu recounts the Bay of Pigs and Cuban Missile Crisis as historical parallels.
- Those events illustrate how the U.S. fiercely defends its hemisphere from rival footholds.
