Bloomberg News Now January 3, 2026: Maduro in NYC, NYT: Venezuela Claims At Least 40 Killed, More
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Jan 4, 2026 The podcast dives into Nicolas Maduro's controversial arrival in New York after his capture by U.S. forces. It discusses shocking casualties from a U.S. strike on Venezuela, claiming at least 40 lives. Trump asserts that the U.S. is effectively running Venezuela and hints at more military action if needed. Reactions from the Venezuelan diaspora reveal celebrations amid uncertainty over opposition leadership. The UN condemns the attack, while discussions unfold around OPEC's future and implications for the oil market.
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U.S. Forces Capture Maduro
- The U.S. carried out airstrikes and a special forces operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
- President Trump said the U.S. is effectively running Venezuela and may launch further strikes or deploy troops if needed.
Preliminary Death Toll Reported
- Venezuelan officials reported at least 40 people killed in the U.S. attack, including military and civilians.
- The casualty count comes from a senior Venezuelan official speaking on condition of anonymity about preliminary reports.
Power Brokers Still Hold Sway
- Key Venezuelan power brokers were not captured and are actively rallying troops and regime forces.
- Mariana Atencio warns that Maduro was the visible face while figures like Padrino López and Diosdado Cabello still hold real control.