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Harris Slams Trump's Maduro Capture as Unlawful and Unsafe

1/5/2026

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump for capturing Nicolás Maduro, calling the operation unlawful and unwise.
In a post on X, she acknowledged Maduro's brutality.
She argued that the operation does not enhance U.S. safety or stability.
Maduro and his wife were transported to a detention center in Brooklyn.
Trump stated the United States will oversee Venezuela until a safe transition occurs.

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump for capturing Nicolás Maduro, calling the operation unlawful and unwise.
In a post on X, she acknowledged Maduro's brutality.
She argued that the operation does not enhance U.S. safety or stability.
Maduro and his wife were transported to a detention center in Brooklyn.
Trump stated the United States will oversee Venezuela until a safe transition occurs.