Trump's Venezuela Plan "Vague," Says Top Democrat

A leading U.S. lawmaker says the Trump administration has no clear long-term plan for Venezuela. Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the powerful House Armed Services Committee, made the criticism after a briefing with administration officials. He said they offered only "vague talk" about strategy. The United States and dozens of other nations recognize opposition leader Juan Guaidó as Venezuela's legitimate president. They reject the government of Nicolás Maduro. The criticism highlights ongoing questions about U.S. policy. The goal is to pressure Maduro to leave power. But the specific steps after that remain unclear. Smith's comments suggest congressional concerns over the administration's approach.