In 1990, a CIA counter-narcotics program in Venezuela spiraled out of control, allowing one ton of cocaine to enter the United States. Federal prosecutors were overruled, foreign generals walked free, and oversight was minimal.<br /><br />On today’s APT History, we uncover the full story of the CIA-Venezuela cocaine scandal, exploring secret reports, immunity deals, and the lasting implications of a program that blurred the line between intelligence and criminal complicity.<br /><br />This isn’t just history — it’s a cautionary tale for today’s U.S.–Venezuela tensions and ongoing geopolitical struggles in 2025.<br /><br />Watch the full episode to understand how secrecy, impunity, and institutional failure shaped one of the most explosive drug scandals of the late Cold War.<br /><br /><br />#CIA #Venezuela #CocaineScandal #APTHistory #DrugTrafficking #ColdWar #USIntelligence #VenezuelanCrisis #CIASecrets
