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Live Trump's Address on Maduro's Arrest: 'We Will Run Venezuela, the Dictator Will Be Held Accountable'

Published January 3, 2026, 17:13
Live Trump's Address on Maduro's Arrest: 'We Will Run Venezuela, the Dictator Will Be Held Accountable'

Donald Trump, in an address to the nation, announced the arrest of Nicolás Maduro, describing him as a "dictator and criminal" and the head of a "very dangerous drug cartel". The arrest operation was carried out in an impressive manner, according to Trump, and there were no casualties for US forces. Maduro and his wife are being transported to New York to face charges of narco-terrorism. Trump assured that the US will "run" Venezuela until a "suitable transition" takes place, while announcing the immediate return of US oil companies to the country with billions of dollars in investment. He emphasized that the US is ready for further military action if necessary, and that the new cooperation will bring prosperity and security to the Venezuelan people.