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The US Plan to "Govern" Venezuela

Published January 6, 2026, 09:23

Donald Trump has stated that the United States wants to "govern" Venezuela following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. However, the plan appears to rely on supporting the existing government, given the lack of a military presence. While Trump talks about temporarily taking power, Washington does not seem prepared for such a large-scale control, as the American embassy is closed and there is no American military force in the country. US diplomacy is focused on access to Venezuela's oil reserves, while Trump's stance on the opposition appears unclear.