Trump Assures Oil Execs: US Guarantees Safety in Venezuela, Not Maduro's Regime

• Donald Trump met global oil and gas executives, assuring them of safety and security for their investments in Venezuela.
• Trump stated the US built Venezuela's oil industry and would now act on 'stolen' assets, contrasting with past administrations.
• He highlighted the departure of Maduro as an opportunity for deeper economic integration between the US and Venezuela.
• VP JD Vance emphasized the Venezuela operation would enrich, empower, and secure the US, also reducing drug overdose deaths.
• Trump confirmed security guarantees for companies operating in Venezuela and acknowledged Delcy Rodriguez as Interim President, while asserting US oversight.

Why It Matters: Trump guarantees US protection for oil investments in Venezuela, asserting direct US control over the nation's future.