US tightens sanctions on Venezuela after opposition ban confirmed
BBC NewsAUG 2023
US Moves to Reimpose Sanctions on Venezuelan Oil Sector
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The Spin
Republican narrative
Time after time, Nicolás Maduro has shown that his regime will never hold fair presidential elections. Unfortunately, the Biden administration has insisted on easing sanctions and releasing prisoners to please Caracas. As the leader of the free world, the US must reestablish sanctions and completely cut ties with Venezuela's dictatorship.
Democratic narrative
Some sanctions may be reinstated on Venezuela, but the US must refrain from pushing too hard to retain some leeway until a date for the presidential vote is set. While sanctions have so far proven to be ineffective, a moderate approach has allowed the return of undocumented migrants to Venezuela while helping keep oil prices in check. This is a nuanced and thoughtful path set by the White House.