Sec. Wright: Swift Op Unlocked Venezuelan Oil for U.S.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced today that a swift 30-minute military operation has unlocked access to Venezuela's 300 billion barrels of oil reserves for U.S. buyers. This move aims to increase domestic supply and lower energy prices for American consumers.
BREAKING: Energy Sec. Wright Reveals Swift Op Unlocked Venezuelan Oil for U.S. Washington D.C. - In a significant announcement today, Friday, September 11, 2026, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright detailed a swift, decisive operation that has unlocked access to Venezuela's vast oil reserves for American buyers. Speaking at a press conference, Secretary Wright stated that a targeted 30-minute military action was instrumental in securing this critical energy resource, aiming to bolster U.S. supply and drive down domestic fuel costs. Unlocking a Strategic Reserve Secretary Wright revealed that the Trump administration has successfully gained access to an estimated 300 billion barrels of oil reserves in Venezuela. This move is poised to dramatically increase the global supply, providing much-needed relief to American consumers grappling with fluctuating energy prices. The operation, described as precise and efficient, was executed with minimal disruption, allowing for immediate engagement with Venezuelan oil production. "Our primary objective is to ensure American energy independence and provide affordable energy for every household," Secretary Wright asserted. "This strategic access…