The White House has not responded to requests for comment about what this means and details of the nature of a land operation that Trump is considering. Additionally, Trump confirmed that he has also, and this is big news, authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations in Venezuela. after the New York Times reported on Wednesday that he had approved the order. According to Trump, he did so because Venezuela has released prisoners into the U. (12:42–12:53)
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