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U.S. Ambassador Accidentally Revealed REAL REASON We’re Bombing Venezuela!

2025-10-31 News & Politics
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US Foreign Policy Criticized as Imperial Overreach Targeting Venezuelan Oil

Discover why critics vehemently argue that US military and sanction pressure against Venezuela is motivated solely by seizing vast oil and mineral wealth, not genuine national security concerns.

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  • The dominant alleged motive for regime change efforts against Venezuela is gaining control over the world's largest oil reserves and critical 21st-century minerals.
  • Prominent opposition voices, including Tulsi Gabbard and Rand Paul, condemn military threats and sanctions as illegal acts of imperial overreach.
  • Media coverage, exemplified by a 60 Minutes segment, is accused of normalizing state terrorism and paving the way for assassination plots against President Maduro.
  • The segment frames current actions within a disastrous historical pattern of US military interventionism that has bankrupted the nation and caused widespread suffering abroad.

This analysis dissects the official justifications for US pressure on Venezuela, contrasting them with stated political motives regarding resource control. The speakers highlight strong—if often silenced—criticism from political figures and analyze mainstream media framing designed to manufacture consent for potential military conflict.

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At this point there’s little question that Donald Trump’s pursuit of regime change in Venezuela mirrors past U.S. interventions aimed at seizing foreign oil and resources. In the past DNI Tulsi Gabbard has expressed opposition to regime change in Venezuela, while Republican Senator Rand Paul has criticized Trump’s policies, arguing that U.S. sanctions, naval operations, and bombings off Venezuela’s coast are illegal acts disguised as anti-drug efforts. Jimmy and Americans’ Comedian Kurt Metzger accuse both Trump and the political establishment of serving the military-industrial complex while neglecting American citizens suffering from economic hardship. Ultimately, it portrays U.S. foreign policy toward Venezuela as another example of imperial overreach motivated by oil interests rather than national security. Kurt Metzger on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kurtmetzger Kurt’s website: http://www.KurtMetzgerComedy.com Become a Premium Member: https://www.jimmydore.com/premium-membership Go to a Live Show: https://www.jimmydore.com/tour Subscribe to Our Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/jimmydorecomedy/ytlivestreams LIVESTREAM & LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENTS: Email: https://mailchi.mp/jimmydorecomedy/ytlivestreams Twitter: https://twitter.com/jimmy_dore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JimmyDoreShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejimmydoreshow WATCH / LISTEN FREE: Videos: https://www.jimmydore.com Podcasts: https://www.jimmydore.com (Also available on iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast player.) ACCESS TO FULL REPLAYABLE LIVESTREAMS: Become a Premium Member: https://www.jimmydore.com/premium-membership SUPPORT THE JIMMY DORE SHOW: Make a Donation: https://www.jimmydore.com/ Buy Official Merch (Tees, Sweatshirts, Hats, Bags): https://thejimmydoreshow.dashery.com/ https://dobynsfamilycreations.com/collections/the-jimmy-dore-show-store DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APP: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jimmy-dore/id839294547 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jimmydore.jimmydore Jimmy Dore on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jimmy_Dore Stef Zamorano on Twitter: https://twitter.com/miserablelib About The Jimmy Dore Show: #TheJimmyDoreShow is a hilarious and irreverent take on news, politics and culture featuring Jimmy Dore, a professional stand up comedian, author and podcaster. The show is also broadcast on Pacifica Radio Network stations throughout the country.

Top Comments (10)

@iTeerRex 2025-10-31

The real shipments are being escorted by the Cocain Import Agency.

720 23 replies
@Teresa-ok2ox 2025-10-31

Disgusting, they aren't even trying to hide it

697 25 replies
@bond397 2025-10-31

US, the empire of lies, deceit and evil.

570 27 replies
@richardbarry04553 2025-11-01

We are ruled by the biggest criminals in the world

357 18 replies
@Redpoppy80 2025-10-31

When someone from the US says that someone is a bad actor, what they mean is that they aren't a puppet for empire.

328 12 replies
@c.e1868 2025-10-31

I found this on reddit and it seems quite fitting: A politician dies. Instead of going straight to heaven or hell, a spirit appears to him. The spirit tells him that, rather than being judged for his sins, he gets to choose whether he goes to heaven or hell. The politician replies that of course he wants to go to heaven. The spirit tells him before he chooses, he has to visit both places so each one will get a fair chance. First they visit heaven. It looks pretty nice. Big fluffy clouds, angels singing and playing harps, everyone seeming to enjoy themselves. The politician is pleased, if a bit underwhelmed. Hell, on the other hand, is magnificent. It’s the most beautiful place the politician has ever seen, and everyone there is having the time of their lives. It has a buffet table filled with delicious-smelling food, a beautiful garden, a pool with a water slide, a dance floor, a massage parlor, and innumerable other attractions. It makes heaven look dull and boring by comparison. “I can’t believe I’m saying this,” says the politician, “but I think I’d rather go to hell!” “Very well,” says the spirit. “Turn around.” When the politician turns around, though, hell appears to be completely different than it had been less than a minute ago. All of the attractions are gone, everything is on fire, and the people are screaming in agony. “I don’t understand!” cries the politician. “This isn’t what you showed me before!” “Well, that was the campaign,” replies the spirit. “Now you’ve voted.”

289 15 replies
@thejimmydoreshow 2025-10-31

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82 29 replies
@carlosmontana8840 2025-11-01

This is a criminal organization masquerading as a government. So he's talking about the USA.

44 1 replies
@focusintegrity8490 2025-11-02

I hope it's not too late for Venezuela

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@johnoconnor8453 2025-11-03

"a criminal organization masquerading as a government" - sounds about right

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