U.S. strike in Venezuela puts spotlight on China and Taiwan

Summary

The segment discusses the geopolitical fallout from the U.S. removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The host asks whether the action could encourage China to move on Taiwan or Russia to move on Ukraine. The guest argues that war is hard and that a Taiwan invasion would be extremely difficult, adding that China is unlikely to use Venezuela as a justification to attack Taiwan and will likely limit itself to aggressive rhetoric.

• U.S. strike in Venezuela removed Nicolas Maduro, drawing criticism from China and other foreign governments.
• Debate centers on whether the action sets a precedent for spheres-of-influence moves by China and Russia.
• The guest says war is hard and Russia's Ukraine invasion has proven difficult.
• The guest argues taking Taiwan is extremely difficult and would-be invaders should take pause.
• China is expected to make aggressive statements but no tangible significant action.
• The segment flags Taiwan and Ukraine as unintended consequences to watch.