Rand Paul warns of Trump's boat attacks as a prelude to a potential invasion of Venezuela

Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has expressed concerns that President Donald Trumps recent attacks on suspected drug traffickers may be laying the groundwork for a military invasion of Venezuela. Speaking with Stuart Varney on Fox Business Network, Paul was asked about the administrations growing military presence in the Caribbean.

These boat strikes could signal a move toward invading Venezuela, Paul stated. I am opposed to offensive wars and regime change. One aspect I appreciated about Trump was his resistance to conflicts like the Iraq and Libya wars. Such interventions often result in chaos, heavy loss of life, and enormous costs. I hope an invasion isnt on the horizon, but the signs are worrisome.

When questioned about alternatives to a military campaign, Paul emphasized the complexities of global politics. The alternative is accepting a world where perfect governance cannot always be imposed. Many South American nations are governed by socialist leaders, yet historically, we havent treated socialism as a justification for intervention. Rational policy avoids forcing regime change, as seen in China after Tiananmen Square. While the world is imperfect, we cannot assume the role of replacing governments everywhere.

Author: Logan Reeves