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Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine': U.S. Military Invasion of Venezuela

1/10/2026

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In January 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a military invasion of Venezuela, signaling a shift toward aggressive interventionism.
The move marks a shift in U.S. foreign policy toward interventionism, echoing past Republican administrations.
Critics say the approach lacks ideological justification seen in the Iraq War and pursues self-interest and resources.
The new 'Donroe Doctrine' asserts U.S. dominion in the Americas and aligns Trump with Vladimir Putin.

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Story summary

In January 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a military invasion of Venezuela, signaling a shift toward aggressive interventionism.
The move marks a shift in U.S. foreign policy toward interventionism, echoing past Republican administrations.
Critics say the approach lacks ideological justification seen in the Iraq War and pursues self-interest and resources.
The new 'Donroe Doctrine' asserts U.S. dominion in the Americas and aligns Trump with Vladimir Putin.