Vance calls Democrats 'Party of Hate' at Dallas convention; Trump eyes Venezuela oil

At the Republican National Convention in Dallas, VP JD Vance escalated rhetoric by labeling Democrats the 'Party of Hate,' signaling a confrontational campaign tone. Concurrently, Trump floated the idea of taking over Venezuelan oil operations, a policy shift that could impact energy markets and US-Venezuela relations. The remarks are part of the ongoing 2026 US political cycle, with implications for domestic politics and potential energy policy.