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JD Vance Was 'Skeptical' of Maduro Capture Operation

JD Vance Was 'Skeptical' of Maduro Capture Operation

Summary

Vice President JD Vance shared that he was initially doubtful about the U.S. mission to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro without any American casualties. He later noted that the operation was successful and suggested that it could help lower energy costs in the U.S.

Key Facts

  • Vice President JD Vance expressed initial skepticism about the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro.
  • Vance believed it was risky to conduct such a mission without American casualties.
  • The mission to capture Maduro was executed without any American deaths.
  • Vance thinks taking Maduro out of power may lead to cheaper gas and energy for Americans.
  • He also mentioned that this could give the U.S. more control over global energy resources.
  • Nicolás Maduro is a Venezuelan leader who has been indicted for narcoterrorism.

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