Chief Secretary Farley Augustine of the Tobago House of Assembly (THA) has confirmed that a US Air Force aircraft refueled at the ANR Robinson International Airport in Tobago on November 26, but he remains unaware of any broader US military presence on the island. The aircraft’s early morning departure at 5:53 am from Crown Point airport startled local residents, with one anonymous source describing the loud noise as initially mistaken for rain. Augustine stated that he is investigating the incident, emphasizing that he only learned of it through social media and WhatsApp groups. He acknowledged ongoing collaboration between the Trinidad and Tobago (TT) government and the US but sought further details on the aircraft’s purpose. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar clarified that there are no US military forces or assets in TT, and her government has not been asked to support any military action against Venezuela. This statement came amid speculation following recent joint training exercises with US troops, which were scheduled to end on November 21. Persad-Bissessar also addressed concerns about US military vessels, stating they are in international waters. She reiterated her administration’s focus on anti-trafficking cooperation with the US and denied any discussions about Venezuela during her meeting with General Dan Caine, Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Prime Minister dismissed fears of regional instability, urging calm and emphasizing her government’s commitment to the people of Venezuela. Venezuelan activist Yesenia González, who presented Persad-Bissessar with a bouquet of flowers, expressed confidence in US protection for TT, stating, ‘America will protect Trinidad. They will never allow anything bad to happen here.’