Trump’s strike against Venezuela
Jan 8, 2026
President Donald Trump's action in Venezuela to capture President Nicolas Maduro and his wife raises urgent questions about the legal basis of the strike, its broader motivations, and the role of Congress. This event also will examine the future of who governs Venezuela, the past and future of U.S. interventions in the region, and the broader national security implications of the raid.
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