IMPOSING TARIFFS ON COUNTRIES IMPORTING VENEZUELAN OIL

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on goods from countries that import Venezuelan oil, effective April 2, 2025. This move is aimed at countering the perceived national security threat posed by Venezuela's Maduro regime and the transnational criminal activities of the Tren de Aragua gang. The tariff could escalate trade tensions and impact international relations, as countries importing Venezuelan oil may face economic pressure to alter their trade practices, potentially affecting global oil markets and U.S. foreign policy dynamics.