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Trump Administration Escalates Efforts to Oust Maduro

12/2/2025

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The U.S. administration led by U.S. President Donald Trump aims to remove Nicolás Maduro from power.
It cites cartel ties and regional instability.
Recent cartel boat sinkings have increased U.S. military presence.
The Maduro regime is viewed as a threat, and over 8 million Venezuelans have fled amid chaos.
Opposition leader María Corina Machado has gained international recognition for promoting democracy.

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Story summary

The U.S. administration led by U.S. President Donald Trump aims to remove Nicolás Maduro from power.
It cites cartel ties and regional instability.
Recent cartel boat sinkings have increased U.S. military presence.
The Maduro regime is viewed as a threat, and over 8 million Venezuelans have fled amid chaos.
Opposition leader María Corina Machado has gained international recognition for promoting democracy.