U.S. Seizure of Venezuelan Aircraft for Evading Sanctions

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Sen. Marco Rubio discusses recent unrest in Venezuela and U.S. seizure of Venezuelan aircraft used for evading sanctions. The aircraft was used by a state-owned Venezuelan natural gas company to benefit President Maduro's regime. The U.S. seized the aircraft in the Dominican Republic during Rubio's visit.

Key Points

  • Aircraft used by Venezuelan state-owned company to evade sanctions seized in the Dominican Republic
  • Seizure linked to 2019 executive order during Trump's presidency
  • Aircraft serviced with American-made parts in violation of U.S. export control and sanctions laws
  • Rubio visited the Dominican Republic during the seizure

Pros

  • Demonstrates U.S. commitment to holding the Maduro regime accountable for illegal actions
  • Shows resolve to counteract any schemes to evade U.S. sanctions

Cons

  • Raises questions about the effectiveness of sanctions in deterring Maduro's regime