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Throughout the interview, he grapples with the question of whether he was misled or if so-called "deniability" was a strategic shield. His assertion is that key figures like Keith Schiller, Horn, and Beardsley all assured him of presidential authorization. He emphasizes that in his military background, he was trained to operate under orders without seeking individual validation, trusting the chain of command.
He points out that his interactions included documented contracts, photographs with Juan Guaidó, and meetings with the Colombian president—details that bolstered his belief that his efforts were authorized and legitimate.