Consider this the flip side of an old axiom. Donald Trump can’t join ’em, so he’s going to try beating them instead.
It might take a lot more than Venezuela to beat the Strait of Hormuz’ oil distribution capacity, but at least it pushes in the right direction. Trump has lifted most sanctions on their oil sales, especially to American producers, the Associated Press reports. This shift also aligns with Trump’s broader plans to help boost Venezuela’s economy, but keeps a tight leash on the revenues:
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