Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition Maduro Pleads Not Guilty, Greenland Alarm Grows, UK Wealth Cracks Widen
Jan 6, 2026
Derek Wahlbank, Senior U.S. government editor at Bloomberg, dives into Nicolás Maduro's not guilty plea in a major narco-terrorism case, revealing potential geopolitical shifts. He also discusses Venezuela's political turmoil and the implications for U.S. policy. Meanwhile, Ben Stupples, an ultra-wealth reporter, highlights the exodus of family offices from the UK amid tax reforms, exploring new wealth hubs and their ripple effects on investments and real estate. Both guests uncover critical trends reshaping global power and wealth.
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Oil Central To U.S. Venezuela Strategy
- The U.S. frames Venezuela's oil as central to recovery and strategic interest and may subsidize energy firms' restoration efforts.
- White House officials assert the U.S. sets terms for Venezuela commerce via an oil embargo and military presence.
Maduro's U.S. Court Appearance
- Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty to narco-terrorism and related charges in a New York court while asserting he was kidnapped from Caracas.
- Prosecutors allege a long-running conspiracy moving large volumes of cocaine through Venezuela benefiting cartels and Maduro’s circle.
Greenland Warning Raises NATO Stakes
- Denmark's prime minister warned that a U.S. attack on Greenland would jeopardize NATO's collective defence principle.
- European leaders publicly defended Denmark's sovereignty amid heightened tensions after the Venezuela operation.