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Trump Questions Venezuela War as CIA Actions Confirmed

11/3/2025

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In a CBS interview, U.S. President Donald Trump questioned a U.S. war with Venezuela.
Trump said Nicolás Maduro's presidency is nearing its end.
Trump confirmed he authorized CIA actions in Venezuela.
The U.S. military has conducted 15 strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels, which critics label as illegal extrajudicial killings.
He urged Republicans to take a tougher approach on immigration and the shutdown.

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Story summary

In a CBS interview, U.S. President Donald Trump questioned a U.S. war with Venezuela.
Trump said Nicolás Maduro's presidency is nearing its end.
Trump confirmed he authorized CIA actions in Venezuela.
The U.S. military has conducted 15 strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels, which critics label as illegal extrajudicial killings.
He urged Republicans to take a tougher approach on immigration and the shutdown.