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Secretary Marco Rubio testifies to the U.S. Senate. (AP)
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Trump in Latin America: Rubio Talks Venezuela, Mexico Talks Trade, Lula Talks to Trump
January 29, 2026
/ Carin Zissis / Khalea Robertson

As President Trump starts his second year in office, read AS/COA's roundup covering the White House's Western Hemisphere strategy. 

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AQ Podcast | A Defining Moment for Latin America
January 29, 2026
/ AQ Online

An overview of what recent events mean for the region’s political and economic outlook.

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Washington’s Sharpening Stance on Mexico
January 26, 2026
/ Brenda Estefan

As the U.S. reclassifies Mexican cartels as a national security threat, pressure on Mexico is intensifying—and the margin for miscalculation is narrowing.

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Hostile Takeover and Abandonment Explain U.S. Actions in Venezuela
January 22, 2026
/ Javier Corrales

Two analogies can help us understand today’s state of play and the consequences of Trump’s policy in the country.

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Americas Quarterly
The Way Forward For Venezuela
January 20, 2026
/ Michael Reid

A successful transition will depend on investment, who leads the military, and more.

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Why USMCA May Survive After All
January 20, 2026
/ Kellie Meiman Hock

USMCA review will test politics and economic realities. Preserving North American integration remains the least costly path forward, an expert writes.

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One Year in, Trump's Impact on Latin America and What's Next
January 15, 2026
/ Carin Zissis / Chase Harrison

From tariff turbulence to a capture in Caracas, Trump 2.0 sharpened Washington's focus on the region. What were major 2025 events? What’s on the horizon?

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