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U.S. Operation Captures Maduro; Delcy Rodríguez Takes Charge

2/13/2026

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Maduro Captured, Shift

On January 3, 2026, a U.S. military operation captured Nicolás Maduro, a Venezuelan political figure, and his wife, signaling a political shift in Venezuela.
Delcy Rodríguez has assumed the role of acting president, raising questions about the timeline for elections.
The FRONTLINE/AP documentary Crisis in Venezuela examines the aftermath and future prospects.
The documentary analyzes U.S. President Donald Trump's strategies and the ongoing influence of Maduro loyalists.

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Maduro's Rise and Fall

The Fox Nation documentary "House of Maduro: Palace to Prison" traces the rise and fall of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Venezuela's decline.
It traces Maduro's journey from bus driver to leader within Hugo Chávez's era and his rise.
The film notes Venezuela's migration and crime, and their impact on the United States.
It raises questions about Venezuela's future and America's response amid nearby U.S. military presence.

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Maduro Captured, Shift

On January 3, 2026, a U.S. military operation captured Nicolás Maduro, a Venezuelan political figure, and his wife, signaling a political shift in Venezuela.
Delcy Rodríguez has assumed the role of acting president, raising questions about the timeline for elections.
The FRONTLINE/AP documentary Crisis in Venezuela examines the aftermath and future prospects.
The documentary analyzes U.S. President Donald Trump's strategies and the ongoing influence of Maduro loyalists.

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