Rich Valdés America At Night

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Sanctions and Steel: Venezuela and America’s Rail Revival
Tuesday, 13 January, 2026

On this episode of McGraw at Night, McGraw is joined by, Professor Daniel “Dan” Hellinger, Professor Emeritus of International Relations at Webster University, breaks down the latest developments in Venezuela, analyzing the Maduro regime, U.S. sanctions, and what renewed economic pressure means for regional stability and American influence in Latin America. Then, Mike Toth, Director of Research at the Civitas Institute at the University of Texas at Austin, makes the case for a modern American transcontinental railroad. He explains how revitalizing rail infrastructure could strengthen national security, boost economic growth, and reshape local communities across the country. Together, the conversations connect global strategy abroad with long-term investment at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices