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Venezuelan Exiles Celebrate Coup Amid Doubts on Democracy

1/27/2026

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Venezuela's exiles celebrated on January 3, 2026 after the coup against Nicolas Maduro.
Those in Venezuela remained cautious due to threats from armed groups.
Many exiles express disappointment over the lack of a democratic transition plan from U.S. President Donald Trump as a poll shows over 90% want Maduro ousted.
More than half doubt Trump's commitment to democracy.

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Venezuela's exiles celebrated on January 3, 2026 after the coup against Nicolas Maduro.
Those in Venezuela remained cautious due to threats from armed groups.
Many exiles express disappointment over the lack of a democratic transition plan from U.S. President Donald Trump as a poll shows over 90% want Maduro ousted.
More than half doubt Trump's commitment to democracy.