The military actions in Caracas early Saturday morning were part of a successful raid to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. President Donald Trump announced the news on Truth Social:

The United States of America has successfully carried out a large scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolas Maduro, who has been, along with his wife, captured and flown out of the Country. This operation was done in conjunction with U.S. Law Enforcement. Details to follow. There will be a News Conference today at 11 A.M., at Mar-a-Lago. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

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Maduro has been accused by the Trump administration of participating in drug smuggling into the United States. For months, the U.S. military has engaged in multiple actions against drug smugglers and elicit oil trade.

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