Overview

• The dispute followed a Friday segment where Phillip questioned the focus on Venezuela in discussing U.S. drug policy and Jennings argued Maduro functions as a drug lord.
• Over the weekend Jennings posted a mocking message on X about CNN’s reaction, prompting Phillip to reply that his characterization was a lie.
• Phillip reiterated that fentanyl drives the majority of U.S. overdose deaths and asserted most supply comes from Mexico, framing Venezuela’s role as limited.
• Jennings countered that Venezuela remains a narco threat and accused Phillip of downplaying its role in trafficking and security concerns.
• The back-and-forth came days after President Trump said U.S. airstrikes destroyed a sixth vessel he claimed was carrying fentanyl from Venezuela.