Nicolás Maduro.
President of Venezuela 2013 to 2026
- Reports this week
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- Active events
- 11
- Connections
- 199
What's happening
Active this week
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Don Bacon discussed military policy with CNN, touching on Iran's alleged war and impeachment articles mentioning Maduro's kidnapping.Some support1 report
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Trump administration conducted military actions against Iran and targeted Venezuelan leaders on November 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration seized Nicolás Maduro, while Defense Secretary Hegseth supported the Iran war, and Alyssa Farah Griffin discussed media issues on CNN.Some support1 report
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Pete Hegseth oversaw military operations against Iran and Maduro, while facing impeachment articles from Thomas Massie.Well supported13 reports
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Marco Rubio advocated for US strategy to limit competitor influence in the hemisphere, amid geopolitical competition involving China and Venezuela.Some support1 report
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Trump administration is pursuing concrete actions against Nicolás Maduro, including targeting vessels and directing operations to capture him, while also welcoming Gustavo Petro.Well supported23 reports4 developments inside
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Osprey aircraft were used in operations targeting Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, alongside training exercises in the Caribbean.Some support1 report
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China is providing economic and political support to Cuba amidst the severe situation caused by US blockades and sanctions.Well supported93 reports11 developments inside
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Maduro was captured in a US operation on September 1, 2026. Trump is planning to meet Delcy Rodríguez next week regarding the fallout.Some support5 reports
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Donald Trump, Nicolás Maduro, and Marco Rubio are involved in a dispute over Venezuelan oil resources and coordinating a U.S. official response.Well supported11 reports5 developments inside
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Agreements focusing on critical minerals and nuclear power, alongside US Treasury sanctions, are reported in relation to Venezuelan leadership.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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U.S. intensifies economic pressure on Cuba, while Marco Rubio assesses potential transition roles amidst geopolitical fallout from Nicolás Maduro's capture.Well supported16 reports5 developments inside
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Puerto Rico may support a U.S. operation in Cuba, amid an arrest warrant and political developments involving Maduro.Some support1 report
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The successful removal of Nicolás Maduro and the subsequent reemergence of Venezuela on 2022-02-01.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Maduro's removal in Venezuela led to the establishment of an acting presidency.Some support1 report
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National Defense Day exercises were held in Camagüey province, involving Miguel Díaz-Canel, while CNN analyzed military force reduction and cited Nicolás Maduro's capture as a precursor.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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A high-stakes scenario unfolds involving Marco Rubio, Dinorah Figuera, Nicolás Maduro, and Donald Trump, including kidnapping and foreign influence.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Marco Rubio is pushing for elections in Caracas and demanding that Delcy Rodriguez step aside amid political tensions in Venezuela.Some support1 report
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Nicolás Maduro was re-elected as President of Venezuela.Well supported5 reports
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Delcy Rodriguez thanked Donald Trump for potential aid regarding the aftermath of the major earthquake in Caracas in January 2026.Well supported30 reports2 developments inside
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Machado's Nobel Prize in Norway is contextualized by her opposition to Maduro and safety concerns for Venezuelan exiles in South Florida.Some support1 report
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Nicolás Maduro is awaiting trial on criminal charges in New York related to his time as president of Venezuela.Well supported81 reports1 development inside
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Judge Alvin Hellerstein oversaw diverse cases including drug trafficking against Nicolás Maduro, legal disputes involving Donald Trump, and human rights orders in Iraq and Afghanistan.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump is engaging in rapprochement with Nicolás Maduro and supporting the Venezuelan regime.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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Donald Trump allegedly blocked opposition leader María Corina Machado's return to Venezuela.Some support1 report
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The event reports on various unrelated topics, including Hitler's retreat in Bavaria, Israeli control near Hebron, and the current political status of Maduro and Machado in Venezuela.Some support2 reports
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Political talks involving opposition figures and the Chavismo bloc took place in Caracas.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Simultaneous events in Venezuela include a US raid on Maduro, Delcy Rodriguez's appointment as interim president, and Maria Corina Machado receiving a Nobel Prize.Some support1 report
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CBS News reported a directive memo related to the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, which was subsequently reviewed by the Associated Press.Well supported12 reports
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David Miller discussed Nicolás Maduro's hypothetical trade on October 22, 2026.Some support1 report
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Maduro's government reportedly handed gold to a fund tied to a Dubai subsidiary in the British Virgin Islands.Some support1 report
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SLB is partnering with PDVSA for oil sector modernization in Venezuela, while Trump encourages major investments in the country's energy sector.Well supported5 reports8 developments inside
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Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores are facing federal charges under court jurisdiction in New York.Well supported73 reports2 developments inside
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Trump announced the capture of Nicolás Maduro and U.S. control over Venezuela's oil exports.Well supported12 reports4 developments inside
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Following Maduro's capture, the US DLA awarded a contract to US Vanadium for by-products sourced from Venezuela.Some support1 report
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María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.Well supported25 reports12 developments inside
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Talks involving Dinorah Figuera, Nicolás Maduro, and Jorge Rodríguez took place under U.S. oversight, relating to the Chávez movement.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Maduro expelled US diplomats and revoked CNN's press credentials while founding a new political party in Venezuela.Some support1 report
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Trump's deal aims to extract energy from Venezuela, following Maduro's capture, with Rodríguez describing it as a recovery step.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Sanctions removal has unblocked legal obstacles during talks involving Nicolás Maduro and Jorge Rodríguez.Some support2 reports
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Diosdado Cabello is wanted in the U.S. as lawmakers push for action against the Venezuelan official, who is a close ally of Nicolás Maduro.Well supported5 reports
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Trump commented on the thriving US-Venezuela relationship, noting OPEC production increases and US Treasury monitoring of oil shipments.Well supported6 reports
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María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Éléonore Caroit discussed threats referencing the kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro.Some support1 report
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Trump announced Katie Zacharia as his next press secretary, while Maduro was involved in a trade case related to Venezuela.Well supported3 reports
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Rodríguez announced a decision in Caracas, continuing the political tradition of Nicolás Maduro's regime.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Trump is discussing the possibility of intervening in Venezuela.Well supported8 reports3 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores allegedly met FARC leaders regarding drug debt.Some support1 report
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The DNC filed a lawsuit over federal laws and taxpayer dollars, while Rubio and Hegseth praised Trump, and political messaging was seen on Instagram.Some support1 report
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Maduro claimed plots while the Supreme Court of Justice handled disqualification rulings for María Corina Machado and Pablo Pérez Álvarez.Some support1 report
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Night Watch defends Kyiv using jamming technology, while the Pentagon invests in Iran war capabilities and EW is used against Nicolás Maduro.Some support1 report
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Trump discusses potential US military action against Nicolás Maduro, drug trafficking in the Caribbean, and claims linking Iran's nuclear facilities to drug production.Some support1 report
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Trump tests AI for foreign policy ideas while discussing Greenland annexation, alongside news of Maduro's capture.Some support1 report
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Bombing raids hit Caracas and Aragua; Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores were captured in Caracas; Diosdado Cabello cited death toll; UN mission verdict presented in Geneva.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Anthropic's technology was used to capture Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores.Some support1 report
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Marco Rubio, Nicolás Maduro, and Donald Trump are involved in discussions regarding Venezuela's dire economic collapse and sovereign debt restructuring.Some support3 reports
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Nicolás Maduro served as Vice President of Venezuela, and Venezuela utilizes the UNGA platform for its diplomatic activities.Some support1 report
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Talks focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, alongside U.S. discussions regarding oil access in Venezuela.Some support14 reports
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David Szakonyi was captured during an operation in Venezuela, where he had previously co-authored research on prediction market odds.Some support1 report
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A potential future leader meeting regarding international protocol was discussed between leaders.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Nicolás Maduro
Events traced to Nicolás Maduro, step by step, newest first- Venezuela's debt talks could boost Maduro's financial standingMaduro's administration may gain financial stability from debt resolution talksPossible
- Maduro's regime faces pressure over border safe havensMaduro's regime faces increased pressure over narco-terrorist safe havens along the borderPossible
- Maduro's government faces mixed pressure from sanctions and power plant repairsMaduro's government faces mixed pressure from sanctions and power plant repairsPossible
- US investigation into Alex Saab increases pressure on Maduro's regimeUS investigation into Alex Saab increases pressure on Maduro's regimeLikely
- How do asset receiverships and fund blockages affect Nicolás Maduro's government?Venezuelan assets face receivership amid US sanctionsReported
Around Nicolás Maduro this week
News at the entities that move Nicolás Maduro most-
Donald Trump OperationalTrump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff as Democrats win midterm elections, leading to Miller shaping the immigration agenda.Moves Nicolás Maduro
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New York StructuralCrespo reported Q3 revenue growth and noted that regulatory steps depend on New York, with financial commentary from Middleton.Moves Nicolás Maduro
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Marco Rubio OperationalAxios provided analysis on Ron DeSantis's role, while Jake Tapper appeared on CNN, and Marco Rubio praised JD Vance.Moves Nicolás Maduro
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International Criminal Court StructuralMarco Rubio vows to dismantle the ICC as the court issues an arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, prompting US sanctions.Moves Nicolás Maduro
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special forces OperationalJax Taylor is seeking spousal support and legal costs following an alleged campaign that damaged his reputation.Moves Nicolás Maduro
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Alvin Hellerstein OperationalJudge Alvin Hellerstein presided over trials related to financial fraud, including Bill Hwang and Charlie Javice.Moves Nicolás Maduro
Connections
The 40 strongest of 199, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump's administration actively intervened in Venezuela, leading to military operations that resulted in Nicolás Maduro's capture and political removal.
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Cilia Flores Structural
Maduro and Flores are married and consistently reported as political partners and co-defendants facing drug trafficking charges in U.S. courts.
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New York Structural
Nicolás Maduro is detained and facing criminal charges under U.S. federal jurisdiction in New York.
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Delcy Rodriguez Structural
Delcy Rodriguez succeeded Nicolás Maduro as acting president following his removal from office, having previously served as his deputy.
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María Corina Machado Operational
Machado and Maduro are intense political rivals, with Machado consistently challenging the legitimacy of Maduro's regime.
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Alex Saab Structural
Alex Saab functioned as a key financial operative and close ally within Nicolás Maduro's regime.
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Venezuela Structural
Maduro's leadership fundamentally governs and determines Venezuela's political and economic trajectory.
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Pete Hegseth Operational
Hegseth and Maduro engaged in direct political and military operations, including oil negotiations and capture attempts.
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Hugo Chávez Structural
Maduro inherited and continued the political and ideological structures established by Hugo Chávez following his succession.
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Bruno Rodríguez Structural
Bruno Rodríguez served as Vice President under Nicolás Maduro.
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Rodríguez Structural
Rodríguez held formal political roles, including deputy and acting President, within Nicolás Maduro's government structure.
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Marco Rubio Operational
Rubio actively challenges Maduro's regime legitimacy while simultaneously engaging in strategic oil negotiations with the Venezuelan government.
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Barry Pollack Structural
Barry Pollack serves as the defense counsel for Nicolás Maduro in current legal and political matters.
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Brooklyn Shared context
Nicolás Maduro is currently detained in a jail located in Brooklyn.
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Jorge Rodríguez Structural
Maduro's administration and capture led to the establishment of Jorge Rodríguez's interim government.
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Diosdado Cabello Structural
Cabello functions as a high-ranking political ally and security operative within Maduro's government structure.
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Flores Operational
Flores participated in a cocaine importation conspiracy with Nicolás Maduro.
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Rosario Murillo Structural
Rosario Murillo was formally promoted by Ortega to the position of co-president alongside Nicolás Maduro.
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PDVSA Structural
Nicolás Maduro exercises political and operational control over the state oil company PDVSA.
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Cuba Structural
Cuba's economic stability was structurally dependent on the oil supplies and political stability provided by the regime led by Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela.
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International Criminal Court Structural
The International Criminal Court is formally investigating Nicolás Maduro for alleged crimes against humanity.
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special forces Operational
Special forces are actively engaged in operations targeting Nicolás Maduro.
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Alvin Hellerstein Operational
Judge Hellerstein is presiding over and formally presenting criminal charges against Nicolás Maduro in judicial proceedings.
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Alejandro Betancourt Structural
Alejandro Betancourt's operations and rights are formally contingent upon the regulatory permissions granted by Nicolás Maduro's regime.
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Central Intelligence Agency Transactional
CIA intelligence operations contributed to Maduro's capture, which subsequently affected CIA reporting and intelligence activities.
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Southern District Structural
Nicolás Maduro is subject to formal legal charges and indictment within the Southern District jurisdiction.
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House Operational
House has formally charged Nicolás Maduro regarding the unlawful capture of him.
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Edmundo González Operational
González and Maduro are engaged in a direct political contest stemming from the 2024 election results.
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Caracas Shared context
Maduro's political leadership and government operations are consistently centered in Caracas.
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Darrin P. Gayles Transactional
Gayles initiated and issued judgments and lawsuits alleging torture and criminal enterprise against Maduro.
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department Structural
The Department of Justice is formally prosecuting and indicting Nicolás Maduro through legal actions.
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China Structural
China historically dominated and purchased Venezuelan oil fields under Nicolás Maduro's regime.
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FBI Operational
The FBI conducted an investigation leading to the indictment of Nicolás Maduro.
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Southern District Transactional
Nicolás Maduro was formally indicted by the Southern District office on charges related to his activities.
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Kamla Persad-Bissessar Transactional
A used their political authority to dismiss a specific 'persona non grata' declaration issued by B.
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Dinorah Figuera Operational
Figuera and Maduro are engaged in active political opposition and negotiation against the regime.
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Guyana Operational
The relationship is defined by an active and current dispute over the Essequibo region.
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Dan Caine Transactional
US forces, influenced by A's sphere of action, successfully captured Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela.
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National Assembly Structural
Maduro was historically a member of the National Assembly, which currently exercises legislative power over key national economic decisions.
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Fifth Republic Movement Structural
Nicolás Maduro helped found the Fifth Republic Movement political party.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
7 events- Don Bacon discussed military policy with CNN, touching on Iran's alleged war and impeachment articles mentioning Maduro's kidnapping.
- Trump administration conducted military actions against Iran and targeted Venezuelan leaders on November 9, 2026.
- The Trump administration seized Nicolás Maduro, while Defense Secretary Hegseth supported the Iran war, and Alyssa Farah Griffin discussed media issues on CNN.
- Marco Rubio advocated for US strategy to limit competitor influence in the hemisphere, amid geopolitical competition involving China and Venezuela.
- Osprey aircraft were used in operations targeting Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, alongside training exercises in the Caribbean.
- Agreements focusing on critical minerals and nuclear power, alongside US Treasury sanctions, are reported in relation to Venezuelan leadership.
- Puerto Rico may support a U.S. operation in Cuba, amid an arrest warrant and political developments involving Maduro.
October 2026
22 events- Maduro's removal in Venezuela led to the establishment of an acting presidency.
- Marco Rubio is pushing for elections in Caracas and demanding that Delcy Rodriguez step aside amid political tensions in Venezuela.
- Machado's Nobel Prize in Norway is contextualized by her opposition to Maduro and safety concerns for Venezuelan exiles in South Florida.
- Judge Alvin Hellerstein oversaw diverse cases including drug trafficking against Nicolás Maduro, legal disputes involving Donald Trump, and human rights orders in Iraq and Afghanistan.
- Donald Trump allegedly blocked opposition leader María Corina Machado's return to Venezuela.
- The event reports on various unrelated topics, including Hitler's retreat in Bavaria, Israeli control near Hebron, and the current political status of Maduro and Machado in Venezuela.
- Simultaneous events in Venezuela include a US raid on Maduro, Delcy Rodriguez's appointment as interim president, and Maria Corina Machado receiving a Nobel Prize.
- CBS News reported a directive memo related to the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, which was subsequently reviewed by the Associated Press.
- David Miller discussed Nicolás Maduro's hypothetical trade on October 22, 2026.
- Maduro's government reportedly handed gold to a fund tied to a Dubai subsidiary in the British Virgin Islands.
- Following Maduro's capture, the US DLA awarded a contract to US Vanadium for by-products sourced from Venezuela.
- Maduro expelled US diplomats and revoked CNN's press credentials while founding a new political party in Venezuela.
- Sanctions removal has unblocked legal obstacles during talks involving Nicolás Maduro and Jorge Rodríguez.
- Éléonore Caroit discussed threats referencing the kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro.
- Trump announced Katie Zacharia as his next press secretary, while Maduro was involved in a trade case related to Venezuela.
- Rodríguez announced a decision in Caracas, continuing the political tradition of Nicolás Maduro's regime.
- Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores allegedly met FARC leaders regarding drug debt.
- The DNC filed a lawsuit over federal laws and taxpayer dollars, while Rubio and Hegseth praised Trump, and political messaging was seen on Instagram.
- Maduro claimed plots while the Supreme Court of Justice handled disqualification rulings for María Corina Machado and Pablo Pérez Álvarez.
- Night Watch defends Kyiv using jamming technology, while the Pentagon invests in Iran war capabilities and EW is used against Nicolás Maduro.
- Trump discusses potential US military action against Nicolás Maduro, drug trafficking in the Caribbean, and claims linking Iran's nuclear facilities to drug production.
- Trump tests AI for foreign policy ideas while discussing Greenland annexation, alongside news of Maduro's capture.
September 2026
10 events- Pete Hegseth oversaw military operations against Iran and Maduro, while facing impeachment articles from Thomas Massie.
- Maduro was captured in a US operation on September 1, 2026. Trump is planning to meet Delcy Rodríguez next week regarding the fallout.
- The successful removal of Nicolás Maduro and the subsequent reemergence of Venezuela on 2022-02-01.
- Bombing raids hit Caracas and Aragua; Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores were captured in Caracas; Diosdado Cabello cited death toll; UN mission verdict presented in Geneva.
- Anthropic's technology was used to capture Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores.
- Marco Rubio, Nicolás Maduro, and Donald Trump are involved in discussions regarding Venezuela's dire economic collapse and sovereign debt restructuring.
- Nicolás Maduro served as Vice President of Venezuela, and Venezuela utilizes the UNGA platform for its diplomatic activities.
- Talks focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, alongside U.S. discussions regarding oil access in Venezuela.
- David Szakonyi was captured during an operation in Venezuela, where he had previously co-authored research on prediction market odds.
- A potential future leader meeting regarding international protocol was discussed between leaders.
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August 2026
7 events- Trump administration is pursuing concrete actions against Nicolás Maduro, including targeting vessels and directing operations to capture him, while also welcoming Gustavo Petro.
- U.S. intensifies economic pressure on Cuba, while Marco Rubio assesses potential transition roles amidst geopolitical fallout from Nicolás Maduro's capture.
- A high-stakes scenario unfolds involving Marco Rubio, Dinorah Figuera, Nicolás Maduro, and Donald Trump, including kidnapping and foreign influence.
- Donald Trump is engaging in rapprochement with Nicolás Maduro and supporting the Venezuelan regime.
- Talks involving Dinorah Figuera, Nicolás Maduro, and Jorge Rodríguez took place under U.S. oversight, relating to the Chávez movement.
- Trump's deal aims to extract energy from Venezuela, following Maduro's capture, with Rodríguez describing it as a recovery step.
- María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.
July 2026
5 events- Nicolás Maduro was re-elected as President of Venezuela.
- Nicolás Maduro is awaiting trial on criminal charges in New York related to his time as president of Venezuela.
- Political talks involving opposition figures and the Chavismo bloc took place in Caracas.
- Trump commented on the thriving US-Venezuela relationship, noting OPEC production increases and US Treasury monitoring of oil shipments.
- Trump is discussing the possibility of intervening in Venezuela.
June 2026
9 events- China is providing economic and political support to Cuba amidst the severe situation caused by US blockades and sanctions.
- Donald Trump, Nicolás Maduro, and Marco Rubio are involved in a dispute over Venezuelan oil resources and coordinating a U.S. official response.
- National Defense Day exercises were held in Camagüey province, involving Miguel Díaz-Canel, while CNN analyzed military force reduction and cited Nicolás Maduro's capture as a precursor.
- Delcy Rodriguez thanked Donald Trump for potential aid regarding the aftermath of the major earthquake in Caracas in January 2026.
- SLB is partnering with PDVSA for oil sector modernization in Venezuela, while Trump encourages major investments in the country's energy sector.
- Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores are facing federal charges under court jurisdiction in New York.
- Trump announced the capture of Nicolás Maduro and U.S. control over Venezuela's oil exports.
- María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.
- Diosdado Cabello is wanted in the U.S. as lawmakers push for action against the Venezuelan official, who is a close ally of Nicolás Maduro.