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Trump's Venezuela Plan Sparks Criticism Amid Domestic Concerns

1/6/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced actions on Venezuela, saying the United States will "run" the country without incurring costs and that oil companies will invest.
Critics say the unilateral move distracts from domestic issues, including rising living costs.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer argues that lawlessness cannot be addressed with more lawlessness.
Experts warn that military involvement could worsen the fiscal deficit, which already exceeds $38 trillion.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced actions on Venezuela, saying the United States will "run" the country without incurring costs and that oil companies will invest.
Critics say the unilateral move distracts from domestic issues, including rising living costs.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer argues that lawlessness cannot be addressed with more lawlessness.
Experts warn that military involvement could worsen the fiscal deficit, which already exceeds $38 trillion.