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Trump Reportedly Ends Remaining Diplomatic Channels With Venezuela, Frustrated With Maduro's Reluctance To Relinquish Power

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the 80th session of the UN’s General Assembly (Credit: Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

President Donald Trump has reportedly ended all diplomatic outreach to Venezuela, instructing envoy Richard Grenell to cease all efforts as he grows frustrated with authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro's reluctance to relinquish power.

Trump is also frustrated that Maduro keeps rejecting any ties with drug cartels, The New York Times reported. Officials told the outlet that the administration has drawn up multiple military plans for an eventual escalation.

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