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6. So I think ultimately the minerals in Venezuela may be more interesting -

Reply to AcanthaV (Reply #2)

Sat Jan 10, 2026, 01:44 PM

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I know from living in Houston that the oil companies here have been burned by Venezuela in the past (their view), I think it's going to take a lot to get them involved again. And, yes, I think Trump will lean on them.

I also think it's a handy diversion - no one is talking about Epstein anymore & that is clearly his kryptonite.

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