Military Deployment & Strategy - US deployed a B-52 bomber, fighter jets, and the USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier to the Caribbean, showcasing significant firepower [1] - The USS Gerald R Ford carrier brings 4,000 sailors and numerous aircraft, including F-18 fighters and Growler electronic warfare planes [1] - US Navy requires a beach detachment, potentially in Puerto Rico, to resupply the Ford and support ship-to-shore operations [2] - Venezuela initiated exercises to prepare for potential attacks [3] Political & Security Landscape - President Trump has given mixed signals regarding potential strikes inside Venezuela [3][4] - The US does not discuss the movement or specific locations of military assets [4] - The US aims to combat drug trafficking, particularly sea drugs [3]
The USS Ford Is Streaming Into the Caribbean: A Breakdown of Its Firepower
The Wall Street Journal·2025-11-14 16:28