Trump's 'Emperor' Claim on Venezuela: Modern Imperialism or Blunder?

• Donald Trump posted an image on Truth Social claiming to be the 'Acting President of Venezuela' after a US military operation captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
• No government, including Venezuelan or American, recognizes Trump's claim; Delcy Rodríguez was installed as interim president by a Venezuelan court.
• This incident differs from Juan Guaidó's 2019 claim, as Trump's assertion follows a US military intervention, lacking constitutional or international legal basis.
• The US claims authority over Venezuelan assets, particularly oil, sparking condemnation from countries like China, Russia, and South Africa for violating sovereignty.
• The event raises concerns about US adherence to international law, potentially signaling a new era of unchecked power and modern imperialism.

Why It Matters: Trump's self-proclaimed 'presidency' of Venezuela highlights a concerning shift towards unchecked US power and disregard for international law.