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Venezuela oil
Washington Politics

US non-profits 'in the tank' for Exxon, Chevron over Venezuela oil

As US sends warships to the region it's important to note that lobbyists and think tanks that get big bucks have been fanning the flames right here in DC

Marco rubio state department
Washington Politics

Rubio takes annual human rights report to new heights of cynicism

Ignoring Israel's abuses and erasing crimes wholesale has made this exercise a joke. But it is it any worse than what the Biden admin was doing?

Bolivia elections could signal final break with Evo Morales era
Latin America

Bolivia elections could signal final break with Evo Morales era

Talk of outreach and cooperation with Washington was a death knell for candidates in the past — now it's not so clear

Eduardo Bolsonaro
Washington Politics

Bolsonaro's son: I convinced Trump to slap tariffs on Brazil

Eduardo Bolsonaro has been lobbying all over DC for months. Problem is, it may be against the law.

Latin America's hidden role in shaping US foreign policy
Latin America

Latin America's hidden role in shaping US foreign policy

Historian Greg Grandin's new book shows how the Western Hemisphere, not Europe, can explain America’s role in the world

Milei's welcome to Netanyahu will open Pandora's Box in Argentina
Latin America

Milei's welcome to Netanyahu will open Pandora's Box in Argentina

The president's alignment with Israel belies a complicated history, while his country's championing of international law will be sorely tested