On with Kara Swisher The Long Game with Jake Sullivan and John Finer
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Dec 25, 2025 The discussion kicks off with U.S. pressure mounting on Venezuela, examining the geopolitical motivations and implications of military buildup. They delve into the controversial decision to export advanced AI chips to China, balancing economic factors with national security concerns. A Red Team/Blue Team exercise unfolds, pitting advice for Ukraine against Russia regarding a potential peace deal, unpacking the complexities of each side's motivations. Expect a mix of strategic insights and spirited debate on critical global issues!
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Three Possible Venezuela Trajectories
- Three likely outcomes: negotiated exit, military strikes, or prolonged stalemate with continued pressure.
- U.S. planners brief operational options from small strikes to major invasions while hoping intimidation yields capitulation.
Insist On Congressional Oversight
- Congress should demand clear legal and strategic justification before authorizing force in Venezuela.
- Members should avoid ducking votes that cede constitutional war-decision responsibilities.
Compute Is The Strategic Edge
- The H200 chip sale to China contradicts DOJ warnings that such chips are central to AI and military advantage.
- Selling compute narrows U.S. lead and may undercut export-control strategy if not tightly limited.