U.S.-Venezuela Conflict: Trump has repeatedly described the Venezuelan government as a “narco-terrorist regime,” citing drug trafficking concerns as a key justification for US action. Meanwhile, experts suggest that the implications of Trump’s moves extend beyond Venezuela. U.S.-Venezuela Conflict: Trump has repeatedly described the Venezuelan government as a “narco-terrorist regime,” citing drug trafficking concerns as a key justification for US action. Meanwhile, experts suggest that the implications of Trump’s moves extend beyond Venezuela.