'We're going after...': Trump drops war hint as China, Russia mull Venezuela 'entry' to fight USA

US President Donald Trump addressed American service members during a holiday message, praising their service and announcing financial incentives, while highlighting military operations in the Caribbean linked to pressure on Venezuela. Trump said US forces are playing a key role in counter-narcotics efforts in the region, noting a sharp drop in maritime drug trafficking. He singled out the USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier, deployed in the Caribbean, and thanked its crew for supporting operations aimed at disrupting drug routes often associated with Venezuela. Trump said the deployment underscores Washington’s commitment to regional security as tensions persist with Caracas over crime, governance and stability.