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70% Oppose Military Action in Venezuela Amid Oil Debate

11/25/2025

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Rep. María Salazar (R-Fla.) advocates military action in Venezuela, arguing it could benefit oil companies.
Critics, including the Justice Democrats and veteran Fred Wellman, accuse Salazar of promoting a war for oil and say Maduro is linked to the Cartel de los Soles, a claim Venezuelan officials deny.
A CBS News/YouGov poll shows 70% of Americans oppose military intervention, signaling public dissent toward U.S. President Donald Trump's stance.

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Rep. María Salazar (R-Fla.) advocates military action in Venezuela, arguing it could benefit oil companies.
Critics, including the Justice Democrats and veteran Fred Wellman, accuse Salazar of promoting a war for oil and say Maduro is linked to the Cartel de los Soles, a claim Venezuelan officials deny.
A CBS News/YouGov poll shows 70% of Americans oppose military intervention, signaling public dissent toward U.S. President Donald Trump's stance.