Trump Authorizes CIA Covert Operations in Venezuela Amid Escalating Pressure on Maduro Regime
In a significant policy escalation, former President Donald Trump has confirmed authorizing CIA covert operations targeting Venezuela’s government. The move intensifies pressure on Nicolás Maduro’s regime amid claims of border security threats and drug trafficking concerns.
Trump Confirms CIA Authorization in Venezuela
Former President Donald Trump has confirmed reports that he authorized CIA covert operations in Venezuela, marking what analysts suggest represents a sharp escalation in U.S. efforts to pressure the government of Nicolás Maduro. The confirmation came Wednesday following initial reporting by The New York Times about the classified directive.