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Victor Davis Hanson analyzes shifts in U.S. foreign and domestic policy
Victor Davis Hanson discusses shifts in American foreign policy and domestic security, comparing the current landscape to the beginning of the Biden administration. He notes a changing relationship with Canada involving trade disputes and pressure regarding NATO commitments.
Regarding North American relations, Hanson mentions that the relationship with Mexico is shifting, noting that previous trade arrangements favored Mexico at the expense of the United States. He also asserts that the U.S. border is closed and illegal immigration rates have decreased.
In South America, Hanson highlights a deal involving Venezuela that would grant the United States access to 65 billion barrels of high-sulfur Venezuelan oil for 100 years. Under this arrangement, Venezuela would receive $19 per barrel extracted by oil companies.