The Trump administration is discreetly developing plans for a potential scenario following the ousting of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Discussions have emerged regarding who could succeed him and how the United States would ensure stability in the region. The Pentagon has emphasized that decisions regarding military operations in the Western Hemisphere are under the sole authority of the President. Additionally, the Pentagon has confirmed the existence of a contingency plan for Venezuela, outlining actions to be taken should Maduro depart from power.