Trump Knows What He Wants, Just Not How to Get There
The Atlantic • 12/13/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The Atlantic reports that there is uncertainty regarding the planning for a potential transition in Venezuela if President Maduro were to fall. The article suggests that while Trump has clear objectives, the strategies to achieve them remain unclear.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
33 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
The Atlantic
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 33 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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