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LETTER: Is it about the oil in Venezuela?

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Bruce Feher Las Vegas
January 14, 2026 - 9:01 pm
 

Some recent letters to the editor have accused President Donald Trump of forcing regime change in Venezuela because of oil. I agree — but not for the same reasons as the writers.

China was buying about 70 percent of Venezuela’s oil. I don’t think the majority of the crude was for peaceful purposes. Cuba was also receiving thousands of gallons daily, and without it the communists will probably lose control. As a bonus, the people in both countries should experience a strong dose of freedom.

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