In a fascinating look at the complex world of international politics, The New York Times reveals how Senator Marco Rubio has become a key player in Venezuela's opposition movement, exerting significant influence on the country's fate from afar. As a long-time vocal critic of the Venezuelan government, Rubio has used his position as the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, to shape US policy towards the crisis-stricken nation. With the help of a network of allies and supporters within the Venezuelan opposition, Rubio has been instrumental in providing financial and diplomatic support to the country's beleaguered opposition leaders. But as Rubio's influence grows, so do questions about the implications of a US politician playing a key role in the internal affairs of another country.
How Marco Rubio Is Running Venezuela From Afar The New York Times