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Joe Gruters Celebrates Maduro's Capture as Security Victory

1/4/2026

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Joe Gruters (R-Fla.), chair of the Republican National Committee, hailed Nicolás Maduro's capture on January 3, 2026, as a significant win for U.S. national security.
He said the action fulfills U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign promises and marks a shift from prior policies.
Gruters accused Maduro of drug trafficking aimed at the U.S. and argued the move deters hostile regimes while signaling U.S. resolve against narcoterrorism.

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Joe Gruters (R-Fla.), chair of the Republican National Committee, hailed Nicolás Maduro's capture on January 3, 2026, as a significant win for U.S. national security.
He said the action fulfills U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign promises and marks a shift from prior policies.
Gruters accused Maduro of drug trafficking aimed at the U.S. and argued the move deters hostile regimes while signaling U.S. resolve against narcoterrorism.