Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Fetterman Backs Trump's Venezuela Operation, Urges Unity

1/5/2026

29 2 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) defended U.S. President Donald Trump's Venezuela operation that captured Nicolás Maduro, calling it a "good thing".
Fetterman said fellow Democrats overreacted, noting both parties wanted Maduro ousted.
He praised the military's execution and expressed hope for a better Venezuela.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio supported Fetterman's stance and questioned why the $25 million Maduro reward was not enforced.

1 of 1

Story summary

U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) defended U.S. President Donald Trump's Venezuela operation that captured Nicolás Maduro, calling it a "good thing".
Fetterman said fellow Democrats overreacted, noting both parties wanted Maduro ousted.
He praised the military's execution and expressed hope for a better Venezuela.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio supported Fetterman's stance and questioned why the $25 million Maduro reward was not enforced.