This Is the Twisted Truth About Trump's New 'Deal'

This Is the Twisted Truth About Trump's New 'Deal'

From The Daily Beast Podcast by The Daily Beast, Joanna Coles

September 1, 2026 · 44 min · Season 1 · Episode 760

About this episode

David Rothkopf joins Joanna Coles to discuss the controversial aspects of Trump's Venezuela oil deal and its implications.

David Rothkopf joins Joanna Coles to expose the dark side of Donald Trump’s Venezuela oil deal, which Rothkopf says is nothing less than a criminal shakedown disguised as a victory. They dig into Trump’s bid to take control of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, the shady businessman and Rudy Giuliani connection at the center of the arrangement, and the billions of dollars whose ultimate destination remains a mystery. Rothkopf argues that Trump is turning the presidency into a personal money-making machine as his Iran war collapses, his poll numbers crater, and his political future grows increasingly precarious. And as the midterms approach, the question isn’t just whether Trump can survive politically—it’s what investigators may uncover if he loses. #ad Head to Superpower.com and use code DAILYBEAST at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Joanna Coles

Guest: David Rothkopf

Topics covered

  • Trump's Venezuela oil deal
  • political corruption
  • midterm elections
  • investigations
  • oil reserves
  • personal gain

Keywords

  • Trump
  • Venezuela
  • oil deal
  • corruption
  • Rudy Giuliani
  • midterms
  • investigations

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Donald Trump, Venezuela, Rudy Giuliani

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