White House Pitches Risky Venezuela Oil Play to Houston Executives After Maduro Ouster

Former President Trump is pushing U.S. oil companies, including Houston-based firms, to invest heavily in Venezuela after the reported ouster of Nicolás Maduro, promising "total safety" for their investments. This strategy, involving U.S. military action and direct control over Venezuelan oil sales, raises significant legal questions concerning international sovereignty, presidential authority, and the enforceability of investment protections in a politically unstable nation. The move highlights the complex interplay between foreign policy, economic interests, and international law.