The article posits that the US approach to international relations, exemplified by its actions in Venezuela, operates like a tiered software subscription model rather than adhering to traditional international law. It suggests the US views itself as having a premium account with the ability to alter terms, while other nations must follow basic rules. Venezuela is characterized as 'malware' justifying a 'delete command' operation without UN Security Council authorization, signaling a shift in how the US perceives its role and the application of international order, particularly for Global South countries.