President Donald Trump's claim of being the "Peace President" is nothing more than a farce after he launched a full-scale attack on Venezuela, resulting in the death of at least 80 people and further destabilizing an already precarious region.
Trump's justification for the attack was that Venezuela's government did not cooperate with his administration, which is a flimsy excuse for an act of war that raises serious questions about the president's commitment to diplomacy and international law. The U.S. military also attacked a Venezuelan port, killing more than 100 civilians in bombings in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
This brazen display of aggression has sparked widespread condemnation from lawmakers and legal experts, who have called the attack "illegal" under both international law and the U.S. Constitution. However, Trump's response to these criticisms is telling - he views himself as a winner, claiming that his administration's actions are "perfectly executed."
As if the attack on Venezuela wasn't enough, Trump has now set his sights on Cuba and Colombia, threatening military action and regime change in both countries. His comments have been met with outrage from leaders around the world, including Colombian President Gustavo Petro, who denounced the U.S. attacks as a "violation of international law and threatens international peace and stability."
Trump's ambitions for Latin America are nothing new, but his rhetoric has taken on a more aggressive tone in recent weeks. His administration has already ordered military strikes in Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Somalia, Syria, and Yemen, and Trump continues to arm Israel as it violates the ceasefire with Hamas.
The U.S. is also eyeing Mexico's cartels, where Trump claims that "the cartels are running Mexico." This is a chilling development, given the president's track record on immigration and his support for tough-on-crime policies.
In Greenland, Trump has expressed interest in annexing the autonomous territory from Denmark, citing its strategic location and rich mineral resources. However, leaders from both countries have denounced the idea, with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warning that "if the U.S. were to attack another NATO country militarily, then everything stops, including NATO."
Iran is also in Trump's crosshairs, where he has threatened to launch military strikes if the government continues to suppress protesters. This move comes as a surprise, given Trump's previous claims of being willing to protect Iranian protesters.
The overall picture painted by Trump's actions and rhetoric is one of American exceptionalism and a disregard for international law and norms. As The Intercept's editor-in-chief Ben Mossig noted in his statement, "This is not hyperbole - Court orders are being ignored... MAGA loyalists have been put in charge of the military and federal law enforcement agencies."
The situation is dire, and it remains to be seen how America will respond to this growing crisis. One thing is certain, however: The Intercept will continue to report on these developments and hold those in power accountable for their actions.
The fate of democracy hangs in the balance as Trump's authoritarian tendencies are exposed for all to see. It's imperative that we take a stand against this erosion of our values and institutions. Will you help us expand our reporting capacity to provide more coverage of this crisis? We need your support to ensure that The Intercept can continue to shine a light on these dark clouds.
Trump's justification for the attack was that Venezuela's government did not cooperate with his administration, which is a flimsy excuse for an act of war that raises serious questions about the president's commitment to diplomacy and international law. The U.S. military also attacked a Venezuelan port, killing more than 100 civilians in bombings in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
This brazen display of aggression has sparked widespread condemnation from lawmakers and legal experts, who have called the attack "illegal" under both international law and the U.S. Constitution. However, Trump's response to these criticisms is telling - he views himself as a winner, claiming that his administration's actions are "perfectly executed."
As if the attack on Venezuela wasn't enough, Trump has now set his sights on Cuba and Colombia, threatening military action and regime change in both countries. His comments have been met with outrage from leaders around the world, including Colombian President Gustavo Petro, who denounced the U.S. attacks as a "violation of international law and threatens international peace and stability."
Trump's ambitions for Latin America are nothing new, but his rhetoric has taken on a more aggressive tone in recent weeks. His administration has already ordered military strikes in Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Somalia, Syria, and Yemen, and Trump continues to arm Israel as it violates the ceasefire with Hamas.
The U.S. is also eyeing Mexico's cartels, where Trump claims that "the cartels are running Mexico." This is a chilling development, given the president's track record on immigration and his support for tough-on-crime policies.
In Greenland, Trump has expressed interest in annexing the autonomous territory from Denmark, citing its strategic location and rich mineral resources. However, leaders from both countries have denounced the idea, with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warning that "if the U.S. were to attack another NATO country militarily, then everything stops, including NATO."
Iran is also in Trump's crosshairs, where he has threatened to launch military strikes if the government continues to suppress protesters. This move comes as a surprise, given Trump's previous claims of being willing to protect Iranian protesters.
The overall picture painted by Trump's actions and rhetoric is one of American exceptionalism and a disregard for international law and norms. As The Intercept's editor-in-chief Ben Mossig noted in his statement, "This is not hyperbole - Court orders are being ignored... MAGA loyalists have been put in charge of the military and federal law enforcement agencies."
The situation is dire, and it remains to be seen how America will respond to this growing crisis. One thing is certain, however: The Intercept will continue to report on these developments and hold those in power accountable for their actions.
The fate of democracy hangs in the balance as Trump's authoritarian tendencies are exposed for all to see. It's imperative that we take a stand against this erosion of our values and institutions. Will you help us expand our reporting capacity to provide more coverage of this crisis? We need your support to ensure that The Intercept can continue to shine a light on these dark clouds.
Trump's actions are like, totally out of control man... He's just using diplomacy as an excuse for military aggression and it's not even a good one 
. Venezuela was already in a mess, but this attack just made things worse. And now he's threatening Cuba and Colombia too? It's like he's trying to start a war with everyone on the continent 
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. The US is supposed to be a leader in international law, but Trump's actions are basically saying that doesn't apply to him 
. And what's with the obsession with cartels? Can't he think about something else for once? 
. We can't just sit back and watch as democracy gets eroded... We have to take a stand and support organizations like The Intercept that are willing to speak truth to power 
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And people still believe in this "Peace President" nonsense? Come on, man! The world is watching and this isn't the first time he's done something shady 
! 80+ people killed in Venezuela, Colombia & Cuba next? 
Can't he just chill? 
He's more concerned about Iran than human rights 
That's a whole 'nother can of worms 
. The Intercept is on the right track 
keeping us informed. We need to stand up for democracy 
. What's going on with Greenland? Is he really trying to annex it?