House Democrat Supports Trump's Capture of Maduro in Venezuela: Calls for Democratic Transition and Congressional Oversight
A House Democrat has expressed support for President Donald Trump's capture of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela following surprise strikes conducted by the U.S. overnight. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz welcomed the news but emphasized the need for a transition to democracy in Venezuela. She also criticized the lack of congressional notification before the operation. Florida, Wasserman Schultz's home state, has a significant population of Venezuelan refugees.
While most Democrats have criticized Trump for the military action in Venezuela, some have called for more information from the White House. Rep. Yvette Clarke and Sen. Ruben Gallego condemned the operation as unconstitutional and aggressive. Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Rashida Tlaib also voiced their opposition to the military action. Others, like Rep. Adriano Espaillat, emphasized the need for congressional oversight before engaging in hostilities with another nation.
President Trump announced the successful capture of Maduro and his wife, who were flown out of the country. Attorney General Pam Bondi revealed that both were indicted in the Southern District of New York. The response from Democrats varied, with some strongly opposing the military action and others calling for more transparency and congressional involvement in such operations.