U.S. Oil Deal with Venezuela Sparks Outrage | Calgary News

The U.S. just signed a jaw-dropping oil deal with Venezuela—claimed by Trump as the “biggest oil deal ever”—unlocking 65 billion barrels, but it’s sparking outrage across the board. Critics, including opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, say it’s illegitimate without restored democracy and rule of law. Venezuelans abroad are furious, fearing the deal sidelines political reform and jailed dissidents. Experts warn future governments could nullify this pact, exposing companies to massive risk. And with a private firm tied to controversial figures involved—and vague Pentagon details—the whole thing feels murky, raising alarms about transparency and legitimacy. While Washington sees economic gold, many see a dangerous gamble on Venezuela’s sovereignty and freedom. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/483e7fed3bb88a6a