Trump says US 'going to run the country' after Maduro capture

Trump vows US control of Venezuela after Maduro's capture

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Trump says US 'going to run the country' after Maduro capture

On January 3, 2026, President Donald Trump declared the US will 'run the country' following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. ABC News reported that Trump stated, 'We can't take a chance that somebody else takes over Venezuela that doesn't have the good of the Venezuelan people in mind.' Multiple videos released that day showed Maduro in US custody, arriving in New York state. The operation sparked widespread debate over its legality and international reactions, with lawmakers and world leaders commenting on the strike. Security concerns and potential military responses from Venezuela's government were also highlighted. The White House praised the operation, while questions arose about its compliance with international law.

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