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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 13 MIN

Western Hemisphere Shake-Up: Maduro Captured, Oil Secured, Cuba on Notice

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Venezuela’s Oil Reserves and U.S. Involvement Trump announced that Venezuela would transfer 30–50 million barrels of high-quality oil to the United States. The oil would be sold at market price, with proceeds allegedly controlled by Trump to benefit both Venezuelans and Americans. Venezuela reportedly has $17.3 trillion worth of oil reserves, surpassing the combined global GDP (excluding the U.S. and China). Capture of Maduro and Regime Change Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured by U.S. forces. This event is a turning point for Venezuela, signaling the end of its socialist regime and the start of economic recovery. Domino Effect in Latin America U.S. officials speculate that Maduro’s fall could trigger regime changes in Cuba and other Latin American nations. Cuba is a “failed state” reliant on Venezuelan oil, and its government is portrayed as vulnerable. There are otential uprisings in Cuba, aided by U.S. influence and familial ties with Cuban-Americans. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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