By John Q. Hosedrinker 
In response to President Trump’s illegal invasion of Venezuela, Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) has called for his impeachment. The Senator condemned Trump’s actions, which included seizing the capital, taking President Maduro prisoner, and seizing the country’s oil assets, as an attempt to distract from his own failures and enrich his donors. Wiener argued that this “lawless act” endangers global security, potentially inviting aggression from other nations, and is motivated solely by Trump’s self-interest, not the welfare of Venezuelans or democratic principles. Therefore, Trump must be impeached.
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Senator Wiener Calls For Trump’s Impeachment For His Illegal Invasion and Coup in Venezuela. The core sentiment swirling around this potential action seems to boil down to a simple, yet potent, idea: Trump’s actions in Venezuela were illegal and warrant the ultimate rebuke of impeachment. The comments, though varied, largely agree on this point. There’s a general sense of frustration, bordering on outrage, that a former president would brazenly violate international law and the War Powers Act, as some suggest Trump himself admitted.
The discussions paint a picture of a situation where the US, under Trump’s leadership, essentially attempted a coup in Venezuela. This action is seen as a blatant overreach, a violation of national sovereignty, and an aggressive maneuver driven by self-interest. Many believe the real motives behind the actions are about the US seizing the nation’s natural resources and expanding its influence under the guise of protecting Western interests. The rhetoric used is strong, with words like “illegal,” “unconstitutional,” and “coup” being tossed around freely. The phrase “America is dead” is used with the GOP being blamed.
Senator Wiener’s call for impeachment, although coming from a state senator, is interpreted by some as a significant move. Though there is some doubt, as one commenter rightly notes, that it will be impactful due to Trump having been impeached before and nothing coming of it. The comments question the efficacy of such a move, given the political landscape and the apparent lack of consequences for Trump’s past actions. One commenter wonders what impeaching him “again” would even accomplish. Another points out that the rules seem to be “made up as they go.”
There’s a deep skepticism about the entire process, reflecting a widespread distrust in the political establishment’s ability to hold powerful figures accountable. The sentiment is that nothing will come of this impeachment push, just as nothing has come of previous accusations and investigations. One common response is “nothing will happen,” which underscores a sense of helplessness and resignation. There are also critiques about the “press” for not doing enough.
The discussion also highlights the hypocrisy that many people perceive. There is a sense of “illegal only matters depending on who’s doing it.” The comments suggest this perception contributes to the erosion of democratic principles.
Despite the prevailing cynicism, some acknowledge the gravity of the situation. Some are in favor of the call for impeachment. There’s a feeling that Trump’s actions, regardless of the outcome, should be challenged and addressed.
The discussion touches on deeper issues, such as the Monroe Doctrine and American expansionism, the comments suggest Trump’s actions in Venezuela are part of a larger pattern of U.S. foreign policy, motivated by a desire to control resources and exert influence over other nations. The comments also touch on the complexities of such operations, the “grey area” surrounding international interventions and the use of terms like “self defense” and “narco terrorist” to justify them.
However, the dominant feeling is one of weary disappointment and a sense of inevitability. Some suggest that Trump would dismiss the whole situation with a dismissive joke. The lack of faith in the political system, the perceived impunity of powerful figures, and the feeling that “America is a shit hole” all contribute to this sense of resignation. The whole discussion seems to be about the cycle of hypocrisy, wrongdoing and no consequences.