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Ben Rowswell
Former Canadian ambassador to Venezuela (also posted in Egypt, Afghanistan and Iraq) and now a consultant with Catalyze4, offering expert analysis on Venezuelan affairs and Canadian foreign policy.
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Dec 16, 2025
• 42min
Trump’s Plan to Dominate the Americas (Canada included)
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In a striking conversation, Ben Rowswell, a former Canadian ambassador to Venezuela and now a consultant, delves into the U.S. military's aggressive maneuvers near Venezuela. He questions the U.S.'s claims of fighting drug trafficking while highlighting Canada's cautious stance. Rowswell warns that Trump's national security strategy could jeopardize Canadian sovereignty. He argues against military intervention, advocating for a coalition of democracies to support Venezuela's self-determination. Plus, an amusing political update with Michael Ma's floor-crossing antics adds a lighter touch.
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