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Why Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal May Not Bring Much Success: Steve Forbes

11 SEP 2026 · 13:00 ET·5:17·3.44K VIEWS·0.9× USUAL PACE

Steve Forbes commented on President Trump's announcement of a U.S. direct stake in Venezuelan oil fields, questioning its potential success. The deal grants the Pentagon a 35% stake in North American Blue Energy Partners, a company linked to Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez. Forbes noted that despite Trump's claims of increased reserves and lower gas prices, the arrangement faces political hurdles due to Venezuelan nationalism and the perceived illegitimacy of the current government.

WHY IT MATTERS

This deal's success is uncertain due to Venezuelan nationalism and political instability, potentially hindering investment needed to revive the country's oil production and impacting future U.S. energy security and gas prices.

ALSO DISCUSSED

The video also discusses historical instances of oil nationalization in Mexico and Iran, the political situation in Venezuela involving Maria Corina Machado and Nicolas Maduro, and the precedent of U.S. government stakes in companies.

DONALD TRUMP VENEZUELA OIL INDUSTRY DELCY RODRIGUEZ MARIA CORINA MACHADO

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