The Daily ‘The Headlines’: The U.S. Captures Nicolás Maduro
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Jan 3, 2026 A major U.S. military operation has led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. President Trump outlines a plan for U.S. control during the transition. Maduro and his wife now face serious charges, including narco-terrorism. The operation caused significant destruction in Caracas, affecting military sites. With the U.S. aiming for Venezuelan oil reserves, international reactions are mixed, prompting discussions at the U.N. Republicans celebrate the capture, while Democrats raise legal concerns.
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U.S. Orchestrated Complex Capture
- The U.S. carried out a surprise military operation that captured Venezuela's president, Nicolás Maduro.
- The operation combined strikes, a CIA presence inside Venezuela, and a regional troop buildup to secure his capture.
Drugs And Oil Framed As Motives
- The White House framed the operation around drug trafficking and access to Venezuelan oil.
- Officials tied narco-terrorism charges to Maduro while promising U.S. oil companies would rebuild Venezuela's industry.
Nighttime Raids Shook Caracas
- The operation included nighttime attacks with explosions and strikes on military facilities across Caracas.
- Videos and photos showed fires and destruction at the country's largest military base and other sites.