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Grey Bull Rescue's Dramatic 13-Hour Sea Extraction Mission

12/25/2025

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Story summary

Bryan Stern, founder of Grey Bull Rescue, led an operation to extract María Corina Machado from Venezuela after 13 hours at sea.
Grey Bull Rescue, formed during Afghanistan withdrawal, has rescued 8,400 people across 40 countries and operates without government funding.
The nonprofit relies on donations and volunteer special-ops veterans, serving as a last resort for families.
Stern notes evacuations from Gaza and hurricanes, with a team reflecting American society.

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Story summary

Bryan Stern, founder of Grey Bull Rescue, led an operation to extract María Corina Machado from Venezuela after 13 hours at sea.
Grey Bull Rescue, formed during Afghanistan withdrawal, has rescued 8,400 people across 40 countries and operates without government funding.
The nonprofit relies on donations and volunteer special-ops veterans, serving as a last resort for families.
Stern notes evacuations from Gaza and hurricanes, with a team reflecting American society.