Trump Announces Maduro’s Removal, Details U.S. Involvement in Venezuela
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A swift operation to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has resulted in some U.S. injuries, but no fatalities, according to statements made by the President on Saturday. The announcement, delivered during a media appearance at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, comes as the U.S. prepares to play a significant role in the future of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves.
Operation Details and Limited Casualties
The President revealed that U.S. forces successfully removed Maduro from power, though details surrounding the operation remain scarce. “This is something that gee, I don’t know, is amazing and to have a few injuries but no death on our side was really amazing,” the President said, speaking on Fox and Friends ahead of a planned address. A second wave of troops had been prepared, but ultimately proved unnecessary.
Defending the Intervention and Addressing Constitutional Concerns
The President vigorously defended the intervention, framing it as a continuation of his administration’s efforts to curb the flow of illegal drugs into the United States. “You know what, we did a great job with stopping drugs from coming into this country, and nobody’s been able to do it until we came along,” he stated. He anticipated criticism regarding the operation’s legality, dismissing it as “the same old stuff that we’ve been hearing for years and years and years.”
Securing Venezuelan Oil and Engaging China
The fate of Venezuela’s substantial oil reserves is now a central focus for the U.S. The President asserted the U.S. will be “very strongly involved” in the management of these resources. When questioned about China’s potential interest in controlling the oil, the President emphasized his positive relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping. “There’s not going to be a problem, and they’re going to get oil. We’re going to allow people to have oil, but we can’t take a chance after having done this incredible thing last night of letting somebody else take over, where we have to do it again,” he explained.
Regime Change and Warnings to Maduro Supporters
While the President did not provide a detailed roadmap for the transition of power, he highlighted the presence of a sitting vice president in Venezuela. He issued a stark warning to those who might remain loyal to Maduro, suggesting dire consequences for continued support. “Well, if they stay loyal, the future is really bad, and really bad for them. If they convert, there’s a conversion factor. I would say most of them have converted. He’s had very little loyalty,” the President said.
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