Author profile: Richard M. Sanders

Richard M. Sanders is Senior Fellow, Western Hemisphere at the Center for the National Interest. He is a former member of the Senior Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State, where he served at embassies throughout Latin America, including Venezuela, and in positions in Washington dealing with the region.

Opinion – What Has Trump Got Planned for Venezuela?

Richard M. Sanders • Sep 2 2025 • Articles

While Venezuela may be enmeshed in the narcotics trade, it does not constitute a threat to US national security.

Opinion – Argentina’s Javier Milei Shows his Teeth

Richard M. Sanders • Jul 4 2025 • Articles

How Milei would behave in an environment of greater freedom of action than he now enjoys is an open question.

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