WASHINGTON – On Saturday, January 3, 2026, the United States successfully captured Venezuelan dictator and narco-terrorist Nicolás Maduro.

Maduro and his wife have been indicted in the Southern District of New York on numerous charges and await trial. Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) released the following statement:

"Maduro used foreign terrorist organizations to traffic deadly drugs and violence into our country, killing countless Americans. He was one of the largest narco-traffickers in the world and a threat to our national security. This morning, he was captured. This is 'Peace Through Strength.' Justice will be served. Thank you, President Trump, Secretary Rubio, and Secretary Hegseth for your decisive action to put America First."

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