Democratic leaders criticized the announcement made by President Trump on August 29, 2026, regarding a new deal that would give the U.S. majority control over more than 65 million barrels of Venezuelan oil. Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen stated in a social media post, "Let’s be clear: this isn’t a win." He expressed concerns that the deal could put U.S. service members at risk.
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Democratic Leaders Criticize US-Venezuela Oil Deal Announced by Trump
Democratic leaders have expressed criticism of a new oil deal announced by President Trump, which would give the U.S. majority control over Venezuelan oil. Senator Chris Van Hollen highlighted concerns regarding the potential risks to U.S. service members.
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Democrats sound alarm on US-Venezuela oil deal: ‘This isn’t a win’
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Democratic Leaders Criticize US-Venezuela Oil Deal Announced by Trump