President Trump's foreign policy has largely been defined by its inconsistency. Venezuela, however, has been an exception. Since the campaign, Trump has maintained that "all options are on the table" for ensuring the removal of the government of Nicolás Maduro. Trump has even openly mused to reporters and foreign leaders about launching military action against the South American country.
In recent weeks, the White House has ratcheted up the pressure and sanctions against Maduro's regime and backed Juan Guaidó as the legitimate head of Venezuela. But perhaps nothing better exemplifies the administration's commitment to regime change in Venezuela than the return of Elliott Abrams.