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Trump Sends Navy Destroyers To Start War With Venezuela!

2025-08-21 News & Politics
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US Escalation in Venezuela: Oil Imperialism vs. Drug War Rhetoric

Discover why the US military buildup against Venezuela is likely driven by corporate desires to seize vast oil reserves, not legitimate drug trafficking concerns, and how this fuels domestic political distractions.

Short Summary

  • The announced US deployment of Marines and destroyers is framed as stopping drug flows, but speakers argue the true motive is Venezuela’s massive oil supply.
  • Historical evidence points to bipartisan US complicity, including a failed 2002 coup attempt, aimed at installing oil-friendly leadership.
  • Donald Trump explicitly admitted during a 2024 rally that he intended to "take the oil" if he took office.
  • Venezuela responded to the perceived threat by announcing the mobilization of 4.5 million armed militia members to defend sovereignty.
  • This external conflict mobilization also serves to distract the public from significant domestic issues, such as the ongoing Epstein Files revelations.

This discussion dissects the latest US military posturing toward Venezuela. Speakers assert that underneath the rhetoric about drug cartels lies a long-standing corporate objective to control the world's largest oil reserves. The analysis connects this military action to historical attempts at regime change and current geopolitical obfuscation tactics.

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In the ongoing effort to distract from the Epstein Files, Donald Trump is now threatening war with Venezuela, under the pretext of stopping drug trafficking. Jimmy and Americans’ Comedian Kurt Metzger argue that the real motivation is Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, noting Trump openly admitted he wanted to “take the oil” during a campaign rally in 2024. The discussion traces U.S. involvement back to the failed 2002 coup against Hugo Chavez and support for opposition figure Juan Guaidó, pointing out bipartisan complicity in efforts to topple Maduro. Ultimately, this latest U.S. military escalation is yet another example of corporate-driven imperialism, cloaked in BS rhetoric about democracy and security. Kurt Metzger on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kurtmetzger Kurt’s website: http://www.KurtMetzgerComedy.com Protect your wealth before the dollar hits the wall. Visit http://JimmyLovesGold.com or call (800) 476-7790 right now. Time is running out—don’t wait until it’s too late 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)

@scottnyc6572 2025-08-21

We didn’t vote for this.Oh wait,like our vote matters..

520 30 replies
@edmunoz2353 2025-08-21

80%+ of cocaine comes from Colombia where we have had military bases and heavy DEA presence, kind of weird

462 39 replies
@scottnyc6572 2025-08-21

Reminds me the “war on drugs” going back 50+ years when the shipments kept coming into the country nonstop by our own government.

235 13 replies
@StanHeath-r5i 2025-08-21

Larry Fink wants it all at Black rock 😂

231 9 replies
@Kariakas 2025-08-21

Peace President seems like a very distant lie at this point.

228 15 replies
@nomennudum5270 2025-08-21

"art of the steal" indeed

218 3 replies
@guitar333 2025-08-22

Venezuela has the largest proven oil reserves in the world.......WHAT A COINCIDENCE!!

136 12 replies
@thejimmydoreshow 2025-08-21

Protect your wealth before the dollar hits the wall. Visit http://JimmyLovesGold.com or call (800) 476-7790 right now. Time is running out—don’t wait until it’s too late

56 16 replies
@LaceyPearl-xd1xb 2025-08-24

More blood for oil. Way to go George W. Trump!

38 1 replies
@ShawnStevenArt 2025-08-22

We need a real anti war movement in the world.

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