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U.S. Eyes Venezuela’s Oil Reserves | Raleigh News

The U.S. is locking in a historic, century-long energy deal with Venezuela, granting a new private entity rights to 17 oil fields holding up to 65 billion barrels—giving America 55% of output and control over pricing. While hailed as a strategic win for energy independence, the move sparks outrage in Venezuela over national resource exploitation and questions about the deal’s legitimacy. Back home, critics warn it risks American troops and serves corporate interests, while key details like who funds infrastructure and which U.S. firms will join remain murky. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…

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