By Moisés Naím, Project Syndicate | February 3, 2025
In Donald Trump’s White House and broader orbit, there are three differing views on how to engage with Venezuela: one is focused on restoring democracy, another has embraced pragmatism, and a third supports military intervention. The view that prevails will likely reflect all three.
As part of the deal, the Pentagon will acquire a 35 percent stake in North American Blue Energy Partners (NABEP), run by a businessman who is close to acting Venezuelan president Delcy Rodríguez.
The profits are expected to enrich oil company executives and elites rather than ordinary citizens.
Rodriguez hailed the accord in a late-night address as a “historic” deal that would help revive the economy and boost government revenue, saying it would help shape the country’s future.
Tropical Wave No 40 triggered torrential rains in central Venezuela on Saturday night.
The rule changes, proposed by retiring Republican Sen. Steve Daines of Montana and Democrat Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon, seek to limit dead floor time, limit omnibus bills and backroom deals, and move legislation faster, much like the lower chamber.
Zacharia also confirmed that the White House had requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle as U.S. ambassador to Greece.
The poll was conducted by Rasmussen Reports and a nonprofit organization, Our Republic, on Sept. 20. The results were released just a few weeks ahead of the November 3 election.
Bumble shares surged 50% to $3.81 on Monday, with more than 17.7 million shares traded.
