In a significant move, Trump has authorized covert CIA operations in Venezuela, heightening tensions as President Nicolás Maduro condemns the actions as desperate and a form of aggression. With discussions of potential land strikes to combat drug cartels and increasing military presence, experts warn of the unpredictable consequences of such an escalation. Amid these developments, Trump faces mixed political ramifications, as some Republican figures question the motivations behind targeting Venezuela, while senators prepare to push for congressional approval before any military actions are taken. Maduro pleads for peace with the US, but the situation remains fraught with uncertainty as the international community observes closely.