
04 January 2026
Why Trump’s Venezuela Action Protects MAGA — Not Hurts It
The Right Side With Doug Billings
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Does President Trump’s decisive action in Venezuela hurt the MAGA agenda at home — or does it actually strengthen it?
In this 3-minute special segment of The Right Side, Doug Billings responds directly to a common concern among conservatives: that enforcing U.S. law abroad could distract from domestic priorities or cost Republicans politically.
This episode explains why that fear is misplaced — and why voters don’t punish strength, they punish chaos, weakness, and drift.
Doug breaks down:
- Why the Maduro capture was law enforcement, not warWhy this action does not delay MAGA priorities at homeHow Trump can enforce consequences abroad while advancing America First policies domesticallyWhy decisive leadership reassures voters instead of alienating themWhat really costs Republicans elections — and what doesn’t
This is a calm, strategic explanation for Americans asking a fair question — and wanting an honest answer.
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