A protestor holds an anti-US slogan during a demonstration against the US operation in Venezuela to capture Venezuelan President, in front of the US Embassy in Madrid on January 4, 2026.- AFP
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Firstpost05-01-2026, 00:41

Trump's Venezuela Move Stirs GOP Unease Ahead of Midterms

  • President Trump's military operation in Venezuela, capturing Nicolás Maduro, tests Republican Party unity before challenging midterms.
  • Trump's comments about the U.S. "running" Venezuela sparked concerns, seen as a departure from his "America First" policy.
  • GOP Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Brian Fitzpatrick criticized the intervention, citing concerns about foreign entanglement over domestic priorities.
  • Trump defended his actions, stating he's "not afraid of boots on the ground" and aims to prioritize American safety and security.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested a limited U.S. role, focusing on an "oil quarantine" rather than day-to-day governance.

Why It Matters: Trump's Venezuela intervention challenges GOP unity and his "America First" stance before midterms.

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