The Fallout of Massive Earthquakes for Venezuela — and the U.S.
The rare doublet earthquake in Venezuela was one of the most powerful tectonic events to strike the country in the past century, and the death toll was virtually certain to rise as rescuers began to reach hard-hit areas and remote hillside towns. Carlos Prieto, a producer on “The Daily,” speaks to Venezuelans about how they’ve united after the disaster. Then, Anatoly Kurmanaev, a New York Times correspondent in Venezuela, discusses how the aftermath of the tragedy has forced the Trump administration to shift its plans. Guest: Carlos Prieto , an audio producer for “The Daily.” Anatoly Kurmanaev , a reporter for The New York Times, currently covering Venezuela. Background reading: People are praying for rescues as hope fades after Venezuela’s double quake. The United States undercut María Corina Machado , an exiled opposition leader, as she tried to return to Venezuela. Photo: Adriana Loureiro Fernandez for The New York Times For more information on today’s episode, v...