Republicans Deny US Occupation Plans After Maduro's Capture in Venezuela

• US forces intervened in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro, who pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges.
• Republican lawmakers, including Speaker Mike Johnson, stated President Trump has no plans to occupy Venezuela or engage in "nation-building."
• Representative Brian Mast reassured Americans against another "endless war," comparing it to the Afghanistan conflict.
• Senator Chuck Schumer (D) criticized the Trump administration's post-Maduro plan as "vague" and "unsatisfying."
• Trump's administration accuses Maduro of leading a cocaine-trafficking network; US oil companies' shares rose on Venezuela's oil prospects.

Why It Matters: Despite Maduro's capture by US forces, Republicans deny plans for Venezuela's occupation or nation-building.