President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed he had authorized CIA action in Venezuela and indicated his administration is exploring land strikes inside the South American country.
U.S. Special Operations helicopters flew within 90 miles of Venezuelan territory, according to a Post analysis. Trump authorized CIA covert action inside the country.
President Trump said he is considering land strikes against drug cartels after U.S. military strikes on alleged drug boats off Venezuela. He also revealed he has authorized CIA action inside Venezuela. NBC News' Courtney Kube reports.