Maduro Capture Would Be 'Hollow Victory' Without Regime Change: John Bolton
Summary
U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during a military operation. Maduro and his wife, who were both charged with serious crimes, pleaded not guilty in a New York City court. John Bolton, former national security adviser, stressed that this capture would mean little if Maduro's regime stays in power.Key Facts
- Nicolas Maduro was captured by U.S. forces in Caracas.
- Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, face charges in a U.S. federal court.
- Both pleaded not guilty, and Maduro claims he is still the president of Venezuela.
- After Maduro's capture, Vice President Delcy Rodríguez was made acting president.
- John Bolton said capturing Maduro is not enough if his regime remains in power.
- President Trump said Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been in contact with Rodríguez.
- U.S. political leaders shared varied opinions on the operation's impact and implications.
- Maduro and his wife are being held in detention after their arraignment.
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