What smart people are saying about Trump's acquisition of Venezuelan oil

Business Insider | 31-08-2026 07:49am |

Analysts are skeptical about President Trump's claim that a deal for Venezuelan oil will substantially lower US gas prices. Trump announced that the US has secured majority control of over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil, which he says will double American oil reserves and reduce gas prices. However, experts note that Venezuela needs years of investment to boost production, and it could take months or years for the oil to impact US reserves and prices.

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