Venezuela Oil Deal Under Fire | US News

The President’s big Venezuela oil deal promises to double U.S. reserves and slash gas prices—but it’s sparking fierce debate. While supporters see it as a game-changer to bring Western investment back to Venezuela’s battered oil sector, critics warn the U.S. is prioritizing oil over democracy, partnering with Maduro’s regime despite its authoritarian grip. New details reveal the U.S. may not need to pay for infrastructure—just licensing rights—but major companies like ExxonMobil remain skeptical, calling Venezuela “uninvestable” without legal reforms. The long-term impact? Still very much up in the air. 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/f77a7c5e3dd9cf62