- President Donald Trump suggested his administration is seriously considering annexing Venezuela, potentially making it the 51st U.S. state, according to Fox News’ America Reports co-anchor John Roberts.
- This consideration follows a military operation to arrest Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and efforts to secure oil infrastructure with U.S. oil companies.
- Trump has described U.S. operations in Venezuela as “military genius” and claimed the country is now “happy” and “well run” with significant oil production.
- The U.S. has increased its naval presence in the Caribbean and continues bombing alleged drug-trafficking boats in the region.
- Critics express concern that such actions could undermine international order and legitimize unilateral, violent means by powerful nations.
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