TRUMP100 Trump strikes Venezuela
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Jan 5, 2026 US special forces launched a covert operation in Venezuela, capturing President Maduro during a dramatic assault. The hosts delve into the complexities of the operation, from military tactics to international reactions, especially from China and Russia. They discuss the moral and legal implications of the strike, alongside the challenges of governing Venezuela moving forward. With Maduro now facing trial in New York for narco-terrorism, questions arise about future intervention in Latin America and the potential consequences for US foreign policy.
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Operation Described As "Textbook" Military Raid
- The US executed a highly sophisticated, multi-domain operation to capture Nicolás Maduro using cyber, air, land and sea assets.
- Hosts described the raid as "textbook" military work with months of surveillance and an informant inside Maduro's circle.
Great-Power Risks And Hemisphere Obsession
- Trump's action risks altering great-power dynamics with China and Russia because both have close ties to Venezuela.
- Mark Stone suggested Beijing might reassess its posture, but predicted limited restraint from China or Russia in response.
Unclear Casualties, Fast Public Narrative
- Casualties remain unclear, with Venezuelan sources claiming many deaths and the US saying no troop fatalities.
- The US publicly announced Maduro's capture quickly, using social media and images to shape the narrative.