Death toll in Venezuela climbs to 920 after powerful quakes, thousands reported missing
The number of casualties is expected to climb after 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes rocked the area. At least 3,360 were reported injured.
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Top Republicans attack U.S. protesters while backing Iranian ones
The only time Republicans seem to support protesters demonstrating against an authoritarian regime is when the protests are overseas.
Trump’s visa restrictions sow confusion for visiting World Cup fans
Fear and confusion may keep soccer fans at home as foreign visitors try to navigate the administration’s draconian policies.
Kari Lake admits to impeding Radio Free Europe’s broadcast into Iran for ideological reasons
The Trump loyalist said she denied the outlet access to a transmitter because it had failed to “align their message” with Trump’s foreign policy.
State Dept. warns UK about investigating Grok’s deepfake porn scandal
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Trump’s plan to ‘run’ Venezuela for its oil is already facing problems
Regime change is the easy part. Restoring oil production amid chaos, corruption and nationalist resentment takes years — if it happens at all.
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Trump’s first post-Maduro press conference betrayed a concerning logical flaw
In the absence of a leader with legitimate credentials, the Trump strategy of regime change in Venezuela risks devolving into a farce.
Democrats condemn Trump’s Venezuela strikes as Republicans largely cheer Maduro’s capture
Democrats and Republicans had largely opposing reactions to the operation, which Congress did not approve and reportedly had no prior knowledge about.
Trump’s removal of Maduro was necessary. Now he faces these critical questions.
The U.S. administration’s desired end state is unclear. For those seeking liberty in Venezuela, the job isn’t done.
