After a series of attacks on alleged ‘narco traffickers’ off Venezuela, the U.S. has deployed its largest aircraft carrier to the region. For The National, CBC’s Eli Glasner explains why President Trump’s show of force may go far beyond fighting drugs. 00:00 What is the U.S. doing in the Caribbean? 01:34 If not fentanyl, is it cocaine? 03:10 Monroe doctrine makes a comeback 04:27 China-Latin America trade surge 05:19 Trump’s obsession with Venezuela's oil 05:50 Appealing to voters in Florida 06:33 What Venezuelans fear #venezuela #news #usa The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news