Insights
Trump is prioritizing Venezuela’s oil. Doing this first would be smarter.
MS Now published Senior Advisor Jimmy Story's op ed “Trump is prioritizing Venezuela’s oil. Doing this first would be smarter”,
Rubio Won; Liberty Lost
The Atlantic interviewed Senior Advisor Jimmy Story about U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s role in Venezuela policy.
The Americas Society/Council of the Americas hosted Senior Advisor Juan Cruz about what the new U.S. National Security Strategy means for the Americas
Senior Advisor Juan Cruz was hosted by The Americas Society/Council of the Americas in New York to discuss the updated U.S. National Security Strategy and its implications for the Americas.
Will history vindicate or condemn the capture of Maduro?
NOTUS Perspectives published Senior Advisor Emily Mendrala's thoughts on the legacy of the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro.
Trump’s strike against Venezuela
The University of Virginia’s Miller Center hosted Founding Partner Dan Restrepo to discuss the U.S. military operation to detain Nicolás Maduro.
After Maduro: A new dawn for Venezuela
The Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center hosted Senior Advisor Jimmy Story about the political transition in Venezuela.
Delcy é leal a Maduro e não representa mudança de regime, diz ex-embaixador dos EUA em Caracas
El periódico brasileño Folha de Sao Paulo entrevistó al asesor principal Jimmy Story sobre la dinámica del liderazgo político actual en Venezuela.
AQ Podcast | What the Trump Doctrine Means for Latin America
Americas Quarterly published Founding Partner Ricardo Zúniga's article on the new U.S. trade & investment agreements with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Guatemala.
Exclusive: US revokes visas of over 50 Mexican politicians in new drug war front
Reuters interviewed Founding Partner Roberta Jacobson about U.S.-Mexico relations.
Colombia’s La Republica interviewed Senior Advisor Juan Cruz about U.S.-Colombia relations in the Trump era.
Según Juan Cruz, experto en seguridad nacional, la ofensiva agrícola de Trump ya mueve a Brasil, Ecuador y Guatemala para ocupar espacios que antes tenía Colombia
The ‘Cocaine Superhighway’ Fueled by the U.S. Focus on Fentanyl
The New York Times interviewed Senior Advisor Mike Fitzpatrick about U.S. counternarcotics policy in Ecuador.
CSIS Last Line of Defense Podcast interviewed Senior Advisor Juan Cruz about the Trump administration’s Venezuela policy.
Host Seth Jones sits down with Juan Cruz, who served in the U.S. Intelligence Community and on the National Security Council as special assistant to the president and senior director for Western Hemisphere affairs, to discuss the U.S. military’s role in the Venezuela crisis and provide an inside look at Maduro’s armed forces.
Colombia’s Radio Blu interviewed Senior Advisor Juan Cruz on U.S. policy in Venezuela
Donald Trump sorprendió al mundo diciendo que "podría hablar" con Nicolás Maduro para "salvar vidas". ¿Es un giro en la política exterior de EE. UU. o solo una estrategia? Juan Cruz.
Will Trump Go to War in Venezuela?
PBS interviewed Senior Advisor Jimmy Story about possible U.S. military action in Venezuela
The Risks and Benefits of Trump’s Latin America Trade Deals
Americas Quarterly published Founding Partner Ricardo Zúniga's article on the new U.S. trade & investment agreements with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Guatemala.
What’s the Impact of the Summit of the Americas Delay?
The Inter-American Dialogue’s Latin America Advisor published Founding Partner Dan Restrepo's assessment of the postponement of the 2025 Summit of the Americas
What Factors Will Decide Honduras’ Upcoming Election?
The Inter-American Dialogue’s Latin America Advisor published Senior Advisor Emily Mendrala regarding the Honduran presidential election.
CSIS hosted Senior Advisor Juan Cruz to discuss the U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean
The Trump administration has overseen one of the largest U.S. Navy buildups in the Caribbean in recent memory. The administration says that this activity is meant to counter the security threats in the region, especially drug trafficking from recently designated foreign terrorist organizations. Some of these activities blur traditional law enforcement and counterterrorism operations, shifting U.S. policy towards a new paradigm.
What's next for embattled Nicolás Maduro as Trump pressures Venezuela
CBS News’s 60 Minutes interviewed Senior Advisor Jimmy Story about the Maduro regime in Venezuela.
Is the U.N. Poised for a Leader From Latin America?
The Inter-American Dialogue’s Latin America Advisor published Founding Partner Nick Zimmerman’s Q&A on the 2026 UN Secretary General Election
Energy Security & Rare Earth Elements: Brazil’s Critical Leadership in Diversifying the Global Supply Chain
Tulane University Law School’s Energy Law & Policy Center published Senior Advisor Jimmy Story'sjoint op-ed with Ricardo Zúniga “Energy Security and Rare Earths Elements: Brazil’s Critical Leadership in Diversifying the Global Supply Chain”,
LatAm in Focus: Energy and Security Go Hand in Hand in the Caribbean
Ambassador Sarah-Ann Lynch outlines Guyana’s geopolitical importance while the Baker Institute’s Francisco Monaldi analyzes the region’s energy trajectory.
Análise: Trump abriu uma porta, mas Brasil deve atuar com cautela e pragmatismo
El periódico O Globo entrevistó al socio fundador Ricardo Zúniga sobre las perspectivas de una reunión entre los presidentes Donald Trump y Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Descertificados, no sorprendidos
El podcast Enclave de Colombia entrevistó al asesor principal Mike Fitzpatrick sobre la cooperación antinarcóticos entre Estados Unidos y Colombia.
“Fue una decisión anunciada”: Mike Fitzpatrick sobre descertificación de EE.UU. a Colombia
Radio W de Colombia entrevistó al asesor principal Mike Fitzpatrick sobre la decisión de Estados Unidos de descertificar a Colombia como socio en la lucha contra el narcotráfico.
Tensions Rise Between the U.S. and Venezuela
NewsNation’s The Hill interviewed Senior Advisor Jimmy Story regarding escalating tensions between the United States and Venezuela.
Maduro Tells Trump War With Venezuela Would 'Stain Your Hands With Blood'
The New York Times quoted Senior Advisor Jimmy Story about the Trump administration’s military buildup in the Caribbean.
What Will Come of a New Ecuador-U.S. Security Agreement?
The Inter-American Dialogue’s Latin America Advisor published Senior Advisor Mike Fitzpatrick's Q&A about the new U.S.-Ecuador Security Agreement.
The inexorable rise of Latin America's drug cartels
The Financial Times quoted Founding Partner Ricardo Zúniga on the growing threat of organized crime in the Americas
A contagem regressiva para o tarifaço de Trump
El podcast O Assunto de O Globo entrevistó al socio fundador Nick Zimmerman con respecto a los aranceles estadounidenses a Brasil.
Analistas americanos sobre crise Brasil-EUA: 'Vai piorar antes de melhorar'
El periódico brasileño UOL citó al socio fundador Nick Zimmerman sobre la tensión que los aranceles estadounidenses han generado en las relaciones entre Estados Unidos y Brasil.
La confirmación del embajador designado por Trump no correría riesgo en EE.UU., pero puede enfrentar algunas demoras
El periódico argentino La Nación entrevistó al socio fundador Nick Zimmerman sobre la alianza entre Estados Unidos y Argentina.
Estados Alterados
El podcast Enclave de Colombia entrevistó al asesor principal Jimmy Story sobre la trayectoria de las relaciones entre Estados Unidos y Colombia.
Negociação do tarifaço precisa ocorrer fora do campo político, diz ex-assessor de Obama
Ricardo Zúniga entrevistado sobre la intención de la administración Trump de imponer aranceles del 50% a Brasil.
What Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Means for the Americas
The signature legislation will impact regional economies, immigration, and energy policy, two experts write. Co-authored by Emily Mendrala.
IV UN Conference on Financing for Development
Dan Restrepo participó en un debate sobre el vínculo vital entre seguridad y desarrollo, reflexionando sobre la importancia que tiene la seguridad física y jurídica para la inversión del sector privado y las decisiones operativas en las Américas.
U.S.-Caribbean collaboration on enhancing natural disaster response resilience.
The Caribbean Initiative at the Atlantic’s Council Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center invited Senior Advisor Sarah-Ann Lynch to join a panel focused on U.S.-Caribbean collaboration on enhancing natural disaster response resilience.
Juan Cruz, ex asesor principal de Trump, revela la estrategia detrás de la batalla de aranceles contra China
Juan Cruz da una entrevista sobre las diferencias entre Trump 1.0 y 2.0, así como el pensamiento y enfoque actual de la Casa Blanca con respecto a China, los aranceles, el comercio y la política migratoria en las Américas.
Brasil tem oportunidades em cenário de mundo multipolar, mas precisa "arrumar a casa"
Ricardo Zúniga e Christopher Garman apontam vantagens do país para se posicionar diante dos novos arranjos entre as potências mundiais durante o Summit Brazil–USA, realizado pelo Valor em Nova York.
What Will Decide Honduras’ General Election This Year?
Honduran voters on March 9 selected candidates for the country’s three dominant political parties to replace outgoing President Xiomara Castro in the general elections in November. Co-authored by Emily Mendrala.
The Mexican Dream Podcast - Season 4
Un podcast conducido por Roberta Jacobson, ex Embajadora de Estados Unidos en México, que nos muestra las fortalezas y oportunidades, políticas y socioeconómicas, de ambas naciones. Una forma intergeneracional de observar el sueño mexicano.
Fernando Henrique Cardoso Foundation Talk
Nick Zimmerman and Ricardo Zuniga discuss the economic and political implications of the Trump administration’s foreign policy in Latin America and Brazil.
Liberty Networks LINKS 2025 Telecoms Conference: A Connected Leadership Experience
Roberta Jacobson offered advice for the telecoms industry on how to navigate dynamics with the new Trump administration.
Trump threatens country after country with US economic weapons
Juan Cruz and Ricardo Zuniga assess the trajectory of U.S. economic policy under the Trump administration, especially U.S. tariff policy
Entrevista de CNN Brasil
Ricardo Zuniga fue entrevistado sobre qué esperar de la administración Trump en el ámbito internacional.
Capítulo 3: Sorbo Electoral USA - Impacto contienda Harris-Trump en Latinoamérica
En el tercer episodio de Sorbo electoral USA, Dan Restrepo, asesor de Barack Obama para la región de las Américas, habló con Carlos Rodríguez y Jimena Tolama sobre las razones por las que a cualquier habitante de América Latina le podría impactar quién se quede con la Casa Blanca.
AQ Podcast | What Kamala Harris Would Mean for Latin America Policy
How might a Harris administration differ from a second Biden term in its approach to the region? With guest Roberta S. Jacobson, a former State Department official.
Venezuela: Um País Dividido
O ex-consultor estratégico de Obama para assuntos relativos ao Brasil, Nick Zimmerman, fala sobre a situação na Venezuela: "É um processo que está longe de ser encerrado".
Venezuela in political standoff after disputed election
The U.S. says it has serious concerns about the election results in Venezuela after authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro declared a victory in a tumultuous presidential race. Exit polls showed a blowout win for the opposition party. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ricardo Zuniga.
En las Américas, el “soft power” de Biden es relevante
Un segundo mandato de Biden seguiría promoviendo la democracia y abordaría puntos conflictivos como Haití y Venezuela, escriben dos ex funcionarios de seguridad nacional. Coescrito por Ricardo Zúniga y Nick Zimmerman.
In the Americas, Democrats’ “Soft Power Matters”
A continuation of Biden's policies would promote democracy while addressing hotspots like Haiti and Venezuela, two former national security officials, Ricardo Zuniga and Nick Zimmerman, write.
Lawfare Daily: Former Ambassador Roberta Jacobson on the Mexico Presidential Election
Discussing the election of President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum with Roberta S. Jacobson, Anna Hickey and Jen Patja.
Pod Save the World Interview
Tommy covers the historic election of Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum, with Dan Restrepo, a founding partner at Dinamica Americas and President Obama’s former principal advisor on issues related to Latin America.
In a chaotic world, an indispensable hemisphere
America’s future lies with the Americas - a powerful reality policymakers and political leaders alike must embrace in the face of a chaotic world. By Roberta Jacobson and Dan Restrepo.
El futuro de Estados Unidos reside en las Américas
Las Américas suelen pasarse por alto, como si fueran un mundo periférico aparte. Washington debe aceptar la región como una parte indispensable. Por Roberta Jacobson and Dan Restrepo
The Mexican Dream Podcast - May Episodes
Un podcast conducido por Roberta Jacobson, ex Embajadora de Estados Unidos en México, que nos muestra las fortalezas y oportunidades, políticas y socioeconómicas, de ambas naciones. Una forma intergeneracional de observar el sueño mexicano.
AQ Podcast: What Biden 2.0 Would Mean for Latin America Policy
A review of Biden's policies towards the region and what might change if he is reelected in November with Ricardo Zuniga.
The Mexican Dream Podcast - April Episodes
Un podcast conducido por Roberta Jacobson, ex Embajadora de Estados Unidos en México, que nos muestra las fortalezas y oportunidades, políticas y socioeconómicas, de ambas naciones. Una forma intergeneracional de observar el sueño mexicano.
NTN24 Interview: “El problema de Venezuela es de décadas y la solución no va a ser en meses”: Dan Restrepo, exasesor de Barack Obama
El colaborador del expresidente de Estados Unidos estuvo en Desde Adentro hablando sobre la reimposición de sanciones petroleras a Venezuela y las elecciones en ese país. Entrevista con Dan Restrepo.
El Salvador’s President Wins, Despite Concerns Over Crackdown
Nayib Bukele won a second term on Sunday, riding support for his crackdown on gangs, even if the price has been restricting civil liberties.
Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) 2024 Latin America Security Conference: January 25, 2024
Nick Zimmerman discusses how the United Kingdom, United States, and Latin America can balance their own geopolitical ambitions while simultaneously navigating potential power struggles and divergent objectives
How the Biden administration helped avoid a coup in Guatemala
With grim predictions of waning U.S. influence around the globe — due to China’s rise and America’s own political dysfunction — Guatemala may emerge as a rare success in promoting democracy. With quotes from Ricardo Zúniga.
Una estrategia para comunidades de acogida que ayude a gestionar la migración
Para hacer frente al caos hay que actuar con decisión con el propósito de estabilizar las comunidades de acogida de migrantes en todo el continente americano. Por Dan Restrepo.
Estados Unidos y México: Trascendencia mucho más allá de la frontera
No podemos permitir que una visión estrecha de la frontera se imponga a unas soluciones realistas a la emigración, ni que ensombrezca la relación entre EE UU y México