The best way to succeed in Venezuela is to empower María Corina Machado and the democratic opposition.

From the killing of Soleimani to the capture of Maduro, Trump’s record in foreign affairs has been marked not by isolationism but decisive uses of force

The operation against Maduro serves US interests, but raises urgent questions about executive power and congressional authority.

In order to tighten sanctions against Russia, Venezuela, and Iran, the Navy & Coast Guard should be used to interdict sanctions-evading cargo vessels and letters of marque should be issued against contraband carrying ships

The awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado recognizes of the plight of Venezuelans who have suffered too long under the oppressive regime of Nicolás Maduro. She should not be criticized for trying to work with Trump to free Venezuela.

To understand why Biden’s strategy failed in Venezuela, it is clarifying to consider his similarly ineffective approach to Iran

America cannot afford to let Venezuela invade Guyana

People have to recognize, I think economic gain isn’t everything, and you can lose your democracy.

Some observers call for a relaxation of US sanctions on Venezuela during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eric Farnsworth offers a different recommendation.