Event Summary (WATCH: PRESIDENT TRUMP PRESS CON HERE)

The U.S. military executed a highly complex and precise operation in Caracas, Venezuela, to apprehend Maduro.
The mission involved over 150 aircraft, advanced coordination across multiple military branches, and cyber and space operations.
The operation was completed without any American casualties, which is emphasized as a major success.


Geopolitical Context
Venezuela’s significance stems from its vast oil reserves (largest in the world) and strategic location near the U.S.
Maduro’s regime is portrayed as illegitimate, corrupt, and deeply involved in drug trafficking and alliances with U.S. adversaries (Russia, China, Iran, Hezbollah).
The discussion highlights Venezuela’s decline from being one of the wealthiest nations in the 1950s to a failed state under socialist rule.


Legal Justifications
President Trump acted within his constitutional authority under Article II as Commander-in-Chief.
References are made to historical precedents, notably the 1990 capture of Manuel Noriega in Panama.
The legal basis includes:

FBI’s extraterritorial arrest authority.
Precedents like the Ker-Frisbie doctrine and United States v. Alvarez-Machain.
DOJ opinions (including one by Bill Barr) affirming presidential power to authorize such actions.
Anticipated legal challenges include head-of-state immunity and UN Charter arguments.


Future Implications (WATCH HERE: Is Cuba Ready to Fall?)

There will be geopolitical ripple effects in Latin America, especially Cuba and Colombia.
Avoiding prolonged U.S. military occupation in Venezuela is key
Discussion of possible democratic elections and leadership changes in Venezuela.

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Event Summary <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEU01Pvvwh4">(WATCH: PRESIDENT TRUMP PRESS CON HERE)</a> 
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<li>The U.S. military executed a highly complex and precise operation in Caracas, Venezuela, to apprehend Maduro.</li>
<li>The mission involved over 150 aircraft, advanced coordination across multiple military branches, and cyber and space operations.</li>
<li>The operation was completed without any American casualties, which is emphasized as a major success.</li>
</ul>
</li>
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Geopolitical Context
<ul>
<li>Venezuela&rsquo;s significance stems from its vast oil reserves (largest in the world) and strategic location near the U.S.</li>
<li>Maduro&rsquo;s regime is portrayed as illegitimate, corrupt, and deeply involved in drug trafficking and alliances with U.S. adversaries (Russia, China, Iran, Hezbollah).</li>
<li>The discussion highlights Venezuela&rsquo;s decline from being one of the wealthiest nations in the 1950s to a failed state under socialist rule.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Legal Justifications
<ul>
<li>President Trump acted within his constitutional authority under Article II as Commander-in-Chief.</li>
<li>References are made to historical precedents, notably the 1990 capture of Manuel Noriega in Panama.</li>
<li>The legal basis includes:
<ul>
<li>FBI&rsquo;s extraterritorial arrest authority.</li>
<li>Precedents like the Ker-Frisbie doctrine and United States v. Alvarez-Machain.</li>
<li>DOJ opinions (including one by Bill Barr) affirming presidential power to authorize such actions.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Anticipated legal challenges include head-of-state immunity and UN Charter arguments.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Future Implications <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-says-cuba-ready-fall-after-capture-venezuelas-maduro">(WATCH HERE: Is Cuba Ready to Fall?)</a> 
<ul>
<li>There will be geopolitical ripple effects in Latin America, especially Cuba and Colombia.</li>
<li>Avoiding prolonged U.S. military occupation in Venezuela is key</li>
<li>Discussion of possible democratic elections and leadership changes in Venezuela.</li>
</ul>
</li>
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