President Trump’s decision to reallocate the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to South America for anti-drug operations has left the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions without a U.S. carrier, raising concerns amid ongoing tensions in Gaza. This strategic shift occurs as the U.S. intensifies military actions against drug cartels, further complicating relations with Venezuela and increasing fears of potential instability in the region. Lawmakers express apprehension over the lack of congressional oversight regarding these military operations, while some, including Senator Lindsey Graham, advocate for expanded strikes on land in Venezuela. This situation underscores the delicate balance of U.S. military power and foreign policy priorities amid evolving global threats and regional dynamics.