Trump Considers Military Action Against Venezuelan Drug Cartels
TL;DR
President Trump confirmed he authorized the CIA to conduct covert actions in Venezuela, citing concerns over drug trafficking and prison escapes, while Venezuela's Maduro condemned the move and called for peace. The U.S. has carried out military strikes against alleged drug boats, raising congressional concerns over transparency and legality.
- Trump confirms the CIA is conducting covert operations inside Venezuela AP News
- Trump Administration Authorizes Covert C.I.A. Action in Venezuela The New York Times
- Trump next eyes 'land' in drug war, warns cartel boats are ‘not faster than missiles’ Fox News
- Trump claims deadly boat strikes are over alleged drug trafficking. They're still illegal. MSNBC News
- Trump says he's considering strikes on land to combat Venezuelan drug cartels USA Today
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