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Trump Faces Backlash Over Venezuela Oil Motives

12/19/2025

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump admitted his actions against Venezuela aimed to reclaim oil rights, drawing criticism.
  • Critics, including actor Jon Cryer, labeled his statements extortion and questioned U.S. Latin America policy.
  • Rep. Thomas Massie criticized the military strategy, saying it undermines Congress and risks conflict.
  • He argued the focus should address oil motives and regime change, not only drugs, citing legality concerns.