- Trump administration struck a major deal with Venezuela, ongoing US-Iran developments continue, and Ukraine attacks Russian oil refineries.
- Trump announced a deal regarding a potential US stake in Venezuelan oil production, amidst high fuel prices linked to the Iran war.
Administration Plans to Sell Venezuelan Crude Oil to Fund Transition
What happened
The administration plans to use sales of Venezuelan crude oil to finance the transition. Before the January invasion of Venezuela, Vice President J.D. Vance discussed the speed of selling Venezuelan crude with John Addison, a gasoline trader with Vitol. Addison assured Vance that Vitol was uniquely positioned to handle the sale of the crude.
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Why it matters
The planned sale of Venezuelan crude oil could impact global energy supply and provide financing for the transition. This move occurs while the Trump administration has been involved in discussions regarding a potential US stake in Venezuelan oil production.
Trump announced a deal regarding a potential US stake in Venezuelan oil production, amidst high fuel prices linked to the Iran war.
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Who's involved
- Donald TrumpPresident of the United States, overseeing the administration's actions
- Department of AdministrationGovernment organization involved in the administration's planning
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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