Trump authorizes CIA covert operations in Venezuela amid drug war tensions
TL;DR
President Trump confirmed he authorized CIA covert operations in Venezuela, citing concerns over prison escapes, mental health issues, and drug trafficking, and has taken military actions against suspected drug traffickers in the region.
- Trump confirms he has authorized CIA covert operations in Venezuela CBS News
- Trump Administration Authorizes Covert C.I.A. Action in Venezuela The New York Times
- Trump claims deadly boat strikes are over alleged drug trafficking. They're still illegal. MSNBC News
- Trump authorizes CIA operations in Venezuela, raising pressure on Maduro Reuters
- Trump next eyes 'land' in drug war, warns cartel boats are ‘not faster than missiles’ Fox News
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