WHAT’S NEXT FOR VENEZUELA? with Legendary CIA Officer Gary Berntsen | EP 53 | Going Rogue with Lara Logan
Podcast: Going Rogue with Lara LoganPublished On: Tue Jan 06 2026
Description: Paid Partnership: Wall Street now forecasts gold at $7,000 under Trump. Make the move to precious metals while there’s still time. Visit https://LaraLovesGold.com or call Monetary Gold at (800)-888-0807 and ask about the Lara Logan Special. In this episode of 'Going Rogue with Lara Logan', the conversation delves into the arrest of Nicolas Maduro and the implications for Venezuela and the United States. Lara Logan speaks with Gary Berntsen, a former CIA officer, about the complexities of election fraud in Venezuela, the role of Smartmatic in global elections, and the influence of the cartel in both Venezuela and the U.S. The discussion also touches on espionage, the internal threats to U.S. security, and the future of Venezuela under the current political climate. The episode emphasizes the need for accountability and the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of these issues on a global scale. 00:00 The Arrest of Nicolas Maduro: A Controversial Move 04:47 Understanding the Implications of Maduro's Indictment 10:39 The Role of Delcy Rodriguez in Venezuela's Crisis 12:57 The Cartel's Influence: A Deep Dive into Venezuela's Criminal Network 20:46 The Broader Impact: Venezuela, Cuba, and Iran 24:12 The Fight Against Corruption: Indictments and Justice 28:24 The Threat of Losing the Republic: A Call to Action 30:05 The Future of the CIA: A Need for Reform 38:14 The Influence of Money in Politics 40:44 Intelligence Operations and Control 42:57 The Risks of Regime Change 44:44 Post-Regime Change Strategies 47:42 The Role of Intelligence Agencies 49:42 Venezuela's Ties with Adversaries 52:15 Uranium and National Security Threats 54:41 Election Integrity and Smartmatic 57:27 Corruption and Misuse of Funds 01:01:10 The Future of U.S. Elections Takeaways The arrest of Nicolas Maduro is a significant event with far-reaching implications. Election fraud in Venezuela is deeply intertwined with U.S. politics. Smartmatic's role in election integrity raises serious concerns about global democracy. The cartel's influence extends beyond Venezuela, impacting U.S. national security. Espionage within the U.S. government poses a serious threat to national security. The media's failure to report on these issues contributes to public ignorance. The future of Venezuela depends on the establishment of new governance structures. The Democratic Party's alignment with the cartel raises ethical questions. The need for a comprehensive approach to dismantle corrupt systems is urgent. The interconnectedness of global politics requires vigilant public awareness. Join our email list and support us if you can, at https://laralogan.com/ Going Rogue with Lara Logan is now available AD-FREE on Substack for our Paid Subscribers: https://laralogan.substack.com/subscribe Subscribe to Lara on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaraLoganOfficial Follow Lara Logan on X: https://x.com/laralogan Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela, election fraud, Smartmatic, CIA, cartel, U.S. relations, espionage, media, national security
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