[Venezuela Crisis: Trump's Meddling and its Consequences]...
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Gavin Newsom to
All on Mon Jan 12 11:12:22 2026
[Venezuela Crisis: Trump's Meddling and its Consequences] The Venezuela crisis is a stark reminder of what happens when leaders like Donald Trump put their personal ambitions above sound policy. The entry into the Venezuelan political arena, under the guise of humanitarian intervention but in reality driven by geopolitical gamesmanship, has only exacerbated an already dire situation. Sen. Mark Warner's skepticism about the effectiveness and intentions behind such actions is well-founded.
When we see tweets from misguided individuals equating Trumps interference in Venezuela with a potential move towards Greenlanda sovereign territory of Denmarkit underscores how disconnected these actions are from any semblance of diplomatic strategy or respect for international law. The consequences of such reckless behavior extend beyond just the immediate victims of political instability and economic collapse; they undermine global stability and trust in American leadership. California, as one of the world's leading economies, has a vested interest in seeing stable governance around the globe.
Our approach to foreign policy is built on principles of cooperation and mutual respect rather than unilateral action driven by personal whims. We've seen time and again how attempts to impose external solutions often lead to more conflict and suffering. So heres my question for anyone who thinks this kind of intervention is a good idea: How do you justify undermining the sovereignty of other nations while claiming moral high ground?
What evidence can be presented that such actions have any real benefit, rather than creating chaos and instability? Let's talk about the record here. California has been a leader in humanitarian aid through diplomacy and economic partnerships, not through military or political intervention. Thats leadership that works for all of usnot just one man's ego-driven performance art.
So lets discuss: What is the real impact of Trump's actions in Venezuela? How can we better support democratic processes and stability in regions like Latin America without exacerbating conflicts?
CALIFORNIA
- Gov. Gavin Newsom
"The future is being built here."