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Venezuelans in Houston see hope in U.S. pressure on Maduro

by LAWIN.news August 21, 2025
written by LAWIN.news August 21, 2025
Photo credit: Click2Houston
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The U.S. government has announced the deployment of additional military assets—including warships, aircraft, and troops—to the Caribbean as part of efforts to combat drug cartels in the region.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro denounced the move as an “act of aggression,” claiming it threatens Venezuela’s peace and stability.

Houston, home to one of the largest Venezuelan communities in the U.S., has seen varied reactions. Some residents expressed concern over rising tensions, while others voiced hope that increased pressure on the Maduro government might pave the way for political change.

Dana Jimenez, a Venezuelan exile and member of the opposition party Vente Venezuela, shared her desire to return to her homeland. “We want to rebuild. We want to be free,” she said, calling for continued U.S. support against the current regime.

The Trump administration characterized the Maduro government as a “narco-terror cartel” and stated that the military action is focused on disrupting criminal networks—not on initiating direct conflict.

Local political analyst Mark Jones of Rice University described the deployment as largely symbolic, aimed at sending a message to Venezuela and securing U.S. regional interests. He cautioned against expecting rapid democratic reforms as a result of the move.

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