In this discussion, Benjamin Wittes, Natalie Orpett, and Molly Roberts dive into the U.S. intervention in Venezuela, exploring its implications and legality. They analyze the rapid operation aimed at capturing Nicolás Maduro and the mixed motives behind it. The conversation touches on the unique challenges of prosecuting a head of state, the risks of U.S. actions signaling strategies to adversaries like Russia and China, and the complex legal landscape surrounding Maduro's indictment. It's a captivating exploration of national security, foreign policy, and the unpredictable nature of U.S. intervention.
