Maduro Arrested in Caracas, Faces US Drug Charges in New York Court

• Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was arrested by US forces in Caracas during a night raid and transported to New York.
• He is set to appear in a Manhattan court on Monday, facing charges of drug trafficking, narco-terrorism, and weapons offenses.
• Upon arrival at DEA headquarters, a handcuffed Maduro calmly wished escorting officers "Happy New Year."
• His arrest, along with wife Cilia Flores, followed a swift assault on his military base, with reports of explosions in Caracas.
• The US Justice Department had previously offered a $15 million reward for Maduro, linked to the "Cartel of the Suns."

Why It Matters: Venezuelan President Maduro arrested by US forces, faces serious drug charges in New York.