Trump: "No Need for International Law" in Venezuela

U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested American troops could remain in Venezuela for a "long time," while dismissing the relevance of international law. He made the comments in an interview with four reporters from The New York Times. The discussion covered recent developments in the South American nation. When asked about the legal basis for potential U.S. action, President Trump stated, "We don’t need international law." He emphasized his administration's focus on what he called the "Monroe Doctrine." The Monroe Doctrine is a long-standing U.S. policy opposing foreign influence in the Americas. President Trump has recently revived references to it regarding Venezuela. His remarks signal a firm stance on the political crisis there. The U.S. and dozens of other nations recognize opposition leader Juan Guaidó as Venezuela's legitimate president, not Nicolás Maduro.