In news from Latin America, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has warned the Trump administration is preparing a “series of actions” in the coming days to increase pressure on the Venezuelan government. Pompeo said, “We’re determined to ensure that the Venezuelan people get their say.” Earlier this month, The New York Times revealed Trump administration officials held multiple secret meetings with rebel Venezuelan military officers last year to discuss possible plans to overthrow Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Pompeo’s comment came just ahead of the annual U.N. General Assembly in New York. It remains unclear if Maduro will attend.