Weeks before Maduro raid, Trump told oil companies to ‘get ready’ for Venezuela: Report

President Trump signaled major changes in Venezuela, aiming for US oil companies like Chevron to invest billions in revitalizing the country's oil sector. Chevron and other US firms remain cautious, citing safety, legal, and political risks before committing to increased production or spending. Venezuela has vast oil reserves but low output; boosting production could aid its economy, but US companies seek stable terms and protections.