Trump Reviews Chevron's Venezuela Oil Export Status

President Donald Trump has indicated that the U.S. may not permit Chevron to continue its oil exports from Venezuela, suggesting a potential tightening of sanctions against the South American nation. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago club, Trump stated, 'We’re looking at that now,' in reference to Chevron's operations in Venezuela, which have been under scrutiny due to President Nicolas Maduro's failure to uphold commitments for free elections. Trump's remarks follow increased pressure from U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, to reconsider Chevron's sanctions waiver, which had previously allowed the company to produce significant amounts of oil in Venezuela. This shift in policy comes amid broader tensions with Maduro's government, which had previously shown signs of thawing relations with the U.S. after releasing American prisoners. The review of Chevron's operations could impact the flow of oil from Venezuela, a country that has been struggling with economic crises and political instability.