Trump Governance Faced Scrutiny Over Venezuela Policy,Allegations of Regime Change Plots
Washington D.C. - the Trump administration’s aggressive pursuit of regime change in Venezuela, including covert operations and the potential for military intervention, drew sharp criticism and accusations of unlawful actions, according to reports and statements from human rights organizations. Amnesty International characterized some actions as “murder – plain and simple.”
These developments come amid a long history of U.S. intervention in Latin America, with past administrations, including the CIA, repeatedly accused of involvement in attempts to destabilize or overthrow left-leaning governments. Venezuela has been a particular focus, with allegations dating back to the presidency of hugo Chávez, who faced reported assassination attempts and a failed coup in 2002.
During his first term,President Trump implemented a series of escalating sanctions against Venezuela and authorized a large-scale CIA operation aimed at ousting Nicolás Maduro. This effort, however, ultimately failed to achieve its objective. Concurrently, top Trump officials reportedly discussed regime change as the central goal of ongoing military maneuvers in the region.
The New York Times reported that the U.S. was actively developing plans for direct military strikes against Venezuela, positioning approximately 10,000 troops in the surrounding area, many stationed in Puerto Rico. These actions prompted concerns from Democrats, who warned that trump’s aims extended to initiating an illegal war with Venezuela.
The article, originally published by Truthout, highlights the potential for serious human rights violations stemming from these policies and the broader context of U.S. involvement in Latin American affairs. The situation remains volatile, with the potential for further escalation and continued instability in the region.
