David Shedd

David Shedd, a former CIA officer and acting director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, dives into Venezuela's increasing threats to U.S. interests. He outlines a significant shift in U.S. strategy to targeting narco-traffickers as if they were terrorist entities, using military assets like MQ-9 Reaper drones. Shedd reveals Venezuela's role as a hub for illicit migration and malign influences from countries like Cuba and Iran. The discussion also touches on Colombia and Mexico's roles in countering these threats and the potential for U.S. covert actions in the region.

In a captivating discussion, David Shedd, former acting director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, delves into a daring U.S. military operation aimed at capturing Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro for narco-terrorism. He reveals the intricate planning, surprising failures of Venezuelan security, and the operation’s dual motive of regime change. Shedd also highlights the current power dynamics in Venezuela, the implications for Latin America, and the complexities surrounding future governance and U.S. policy.

David Shedd, former acting director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, and Jana Nelson, former deputy assistant secretary of defense for Western Hemisphere Affairs, dive into the controversial U.S. military strategy regarding Venezuela. They analyze the implications of potential strikes on narcotraffickers and the Maduro regime. The duo debates the effectiveness of air campaigns, the role of Venezuelan cartels, and regional reactions to U.S. tactics. They also discuss the influence of Chinese and Russian interests in Latin America and how domestic politics shape these decisions.