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Jakarta, Gotrade News - The US military intervention in Venezuela just happened with the arrest of Nicolás Maduro on President Trump’s orders.
This shocker has triggered market speculation regarding the future of energy supplies and global geopolitical stability.
Key Takeaways
- Policy focus shifts to controlling Venezuela’s oil reserves.
- An internal GOP split emerges on what "America First" really means.
- Potential for a prolonged conflict is a new risk for the stock market.
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This aggressive move has sparked a heated debate inside the Republican Party about the consistency of Trump’s foreign policy. Some worry this intervention breaks the non-interventionist vibe that has been his political strength.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized the move, saying it only serves big corporations and oil execs.
Factors Determining the Next Move
Trump openly stated his intention to position the US as the manager of Venezuela to secure energy access. This shift in focus to oil assets is highly relevant for investors holding energy stocks like Chevron Corporation.
According to Trump, the US should take oil from the operation zone as a form of payback.
Investors now need to watch closely: will this operation be a quick hit or a long drag like the Iraq War? Uncertainty about the duration of military conflict is often a heavy sentiment for stock market stability.
Senator Tom Cotton argues that this operation will be a long-term success, likening it to the ouster of Noriega in Panama.
However, domestic political risk still looms in an election year that decides control of Congress. Public focus on cost-of-living issues could be distracted—or actually get worse if this operation costs a fortune.
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AP News reports that early optimism following military ops often fades if the reality on the ground goes south.
Reference:
- AP News, US intervention in Venezuela could test Trump’s ability to hold GOP together in an election year. Accessed on January 5, 2026
- Featured Image: Shutterstock
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