Meet the Press Jan. 4 — Sec. Marco Rubio, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene
Jan 4, 2026
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, a key figure in foreign policy, discusses the implications of capturing Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, emphasizing the U.S. role in future governance. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries critiques this action as an act of war, advocating for Congressional oversight while linking it to domestic policy priorities. Marjorie Taylor Greene voices her concerns over prioritizing foreign issues over America First policies, highlighting her clash with Trump over transparency. The panel analyzes the broader impact on U.S. strategy and regional stability.
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Operation Framed As Law Enforcement
- The U.S. operation captured Nicolás Maduro and brought him to New York custody as a law-enforcement action against drug trafficking.
- The administration frames this as protecting U.S. national security and enforcing sanctions rather than a war with Venezuela.
Narrow Goals Over Regime Change
- Marco Rubio emphasized the mission targeted drug trafficking and sanction enforcement, not regime warfare.
- He described continued use of court warrants, seizures and Coast Guard-military cooperation to enforce U.S. laws.
Coordinate Agencies For Transition Policy
- Rubio said U.S. will 'run policy' to secure national interests and push Venezuela toward desired changes.
- He urged a team approach across State, National Security Council, Defense and Justice to manage the transition.
