Miguel Tinker Salas
Historian and emeritus professor specializing in Venezuelan history and oil politics, contributing expertise on Venezuela's resources and regional implications.
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Jan 5, 2026 • 59min
Democracy Now! 2026-01-05 Monday
David Cole, a constitutional law expert, dives into the legality of the recent U.S. military action against Venezuela, calling it an imperialist act. Andreina Chavez shares firsthand accounts from Caracas, highlighting local resistance and the impact of U.S. aggression. Historian Miguel Tinker Salas discusses Venezuela's rich resource wealth and critiques Trump's oil motives. Alejandro Velasco analyzes potential internal collusion regarding Maduro's capture and regional reactions to U.S. interventions, painting a complex picture of Venezuelan politics and diplomacy.
Jan 3, 2026 • 0sec
Special Report on Venezuela: U.S. Kidnaps Maduro, Trump Says "We Are Going to Run" Oil-Rich Nation
Andreína Chávez, a Venezuelan reporter on the ground in Caracas, shares firsthand accounts of the chaos following the U.S. seizure of President Nicolás Maduro. Historian Miguel Tinker Salas provides deep insights into the historical implications of U.S. military actions in Venezuela. They discuss how claims of drug trafficking mask a focus on controlling Venezuela's vast oil resources. The geopolitical ramifications are explored, including regional reactions and the call for resistance from Venezuelan leaders. Tensions rise as the prospect of a long conflict looms.
