U. S. Oil Giants Left in the Dark on Venezuela Plans

Trump Administration's Venezuela Moves Surprise Major Oil Firms

Big oil companies in the U.S. were caught off guard by the Trump administration's moves in Venezuela. Exxon, ConocoPhillips, and Chevron were not informed about the plans to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. This is particularly interesting because President Trump claimed he had discussions with these companies both before and after Maduro's capture.

Industry Insiders Reveal Lack of Communication

Four industry insiders revealed that none of these companies had any communication with the White House. They also stated they were unaware of the operation to seize Maduro. This highlights a significant disconnect between the government and major oil companies.

White House Remains Silent

The White House did not respond when asked about these claims. It is unusual that the president would assert he had talks with these companies when they deny any knowledge of the operation.

Questions Raised About Government-Business Communication

This situation raises important questions about how much the government communicates with big businesses before making major decisions. It also serves as a reminder that even large corporations can be left in the dark on critical matters.