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U.S. Officials Clash Over Venezuelan Return Safety Amid Violence

1/14/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security says conditions have improved, enabling Venezuelans to return safely.
The State Department warns Americans to leave Venezuela due to high crime and persecution.
Critics, including U.S. lawmakers, say the DHS claim reveals a lack of humanitarian responsibility, noting shortages and violence.
Following the capture of Nicolás Maduro, lawmakers urge reinstatement of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans, saying the previous decision to end it was unfounded.

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The Department of Homeland Security says conditions have improved, enabling Venezuelans to return safely.
The State Department warns Americans to leave Venezuela due to high crime and persecution.
Critics, including U.S. lawmakers, say the DHS claim reveals a lack of humanitarian responsibility, noting shortages and violence.
Following the capture of Nicolás Maduro, lawmakers urge reinstatement of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans, saying the previous decision to end it was unfounded.