Jana Nelson

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.