Trump Warns Cuba to Make a ‘Deal’ Following Maduro's Capture

Trump Warns Cuba to Make a ‘Deal’ Following Maduro's Capture

Joseph Quesada
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January 12, 2026
President Donald Trump on Sunday issued a warning to the government of Cuba, suggesting that Venezuela’s close ally strike a deal with the U.S., ramping up pressure following Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro’s capture. Since the operation led by U.S. forces in early January, Cuba has been cut off from Venezuelan crude oil as the U.S. […]
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Carlos Gimenez Says Cuba is ‘Very Close’ to Collapse Following Maduro’s Arrest

Carlos Gimenez Says Cuba is ‘Very Close’ to Collapse Following Maduro’s Arrest

Adrian Morgade
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January 9, 2026
Florida Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R) appeared on a FOX News interview where he discussed Cuba’s financial and economic position after losing support from Venezuela, following former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s arrest. When asked how close Cuba is to economic collapse, Gimenez responded, “very close.” “They can't keep the power on or feed their people, and […]
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Carlos Gimenez Blasts Republican Legislators for Voting in Favor of ‘War Powers Resolution’

Carlos Gimenez Blasts Republican Legislators for Voting in Favor of ‘War Powers Resolution’

Adrian Morgade
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January 9, 2026
Florida Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R) blasted Republican representatives in the Senate for voting in favor of the War Powers Resolution that aims to curb President Donald Trump’s control over Venezuela and remove U.S. troops from the country. “Let me be clear: this vote will not stop our mission in Venezuela. What President Trump has achieved […]
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Trump to Meet with Oil Executives at White House for Investment Deal

Trump to Meet with Oil Executives at White House for Investment Deal

Joseph Quesada
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January 9, 2026
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is set to meet with more than a dozen oil executives at the White House on Friday to discuss plans for investment in Venezuela. The Trump administration hopes to secure $100 billion in backing from Big Oil companies to revitalize Venezuela’s expansive oil reserves and capabilities. Since the U.S. military […]
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Trump Exits 66 International Organizations and Global Engagement

Trump Exits 66 International Organizations and Global Engagement

Joseph Quesada
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January 8, 2026
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from 66 organizations, agencies, and commissions, including some associated with the United Nations that “operate contrary to U.S. national interests,” the White House said in a statement. “These withdrawals will end American taxpayer funding and involvement in entities that advance globalist agendas over […]
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DeSantis Announces Special Legislative Session on Congressional Redistricting in April

DeSantis Announces Special Legislative Session on Congressional Redistricting in April

Michael Costeines
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January 7, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a special legislative session on congressional redistricting will run from April 20th to April 24th during a press conference at Sea Hag Marina in Steinhatchee this week. The governor foreshadowed his intention to call for a special session on redistricting in an exclusive interview with The Floridian in December. "I am […]
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Payback: Secretary Marco Rubio's 'Maximum Pressure' Against the Maduro Regime

Payback: Secretary Marco Rubio's 'Maximum Pressure' Against the Maduro Regime

Javier Manjarres
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January 7, 2026
When Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro was captured during the meticulously planned U.S. Military 'Operation Absolute Resolve,' there was no one happier to see the oppressive strongman taken into custody than Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Well, the Venezuelan people were probably the happiest considering the years of oppression they endured under Maduro and his regime. […]
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Denmark, Greenland Seek Rubio Meeting Amid Growing Tension

Denmark, Greenland Seek Rubio Meeting Amid Growing Tension

Joseph Quesada
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January 7, 2026
Officials in Denmark and Greenland are seeking a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio following President Donald Trump’s reinvigorated focus on purchasing the strategic Arctic island, days after Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro’s was ousted. Tension has increased after the White House reiterated President Trump’s wishes to take over the Danish territory on Tuesday. […]
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls for TPS Restoration Amidst Venezuela Regime Change

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls for TPS Restoration Amidst Venezuela Regime Change

Adrian Morgade
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January 7, 2026
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) called for the restoration of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans following the arrest of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces and the proposed regime change the country will face. “There's no possible way that Venezuelans here could feel safe enough to be able to be returned […]
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ICE Officer Kills a Minneapolis Woman in Immigration Crackdown

ICE Officer Kills a Minneapolis Woman in Immigration Crackdown

Joseph Quesada
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January 7, 2026
MINNEAPOLIS – An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a woman on Wednesday morning in South Minneapolis during the Trump administration’s recent immigration crackdown in a large American city According to the Department of Homeland Security, the shooting was an act of self-defense, labeling the woman a domestic terrorist performing a terrorist […]
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DeSantis Appears to Indirectly Criticize Byron Donalds Over Congressional Stock Trading

DeSantis Appears to Indirectly Criticize Byron Donalds Over Congressional Stock Trading

Michael Costeines
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January 6, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis appeared to indirectly call out Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) when talking about Congressional stock trading during a press conference this week. “It’s really odd. You'll have people get elected to Congress having never shown any investment acumen ever in their life, and then all of a sudden they […]
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'Warren Buffet on Steroids': DeSantis Calls for Transparency on Congressional Stock Trading

'Warren Buffet on Steroids': DeSantis Calls for Transparency on Congressional Stock Trading

Michael Costeines
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January 6, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis shared his call to ban congressional stock trading through a proposal by the Florida Legislature that would ask state congressional candidates, when they qualify for federal office, if they intend to trade individual stocks while they're in Congress. The governor requested the call while speaking at a press conference in Clearwater, alongside […]
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China Reacts to Maduro's Capture with Strong Condemnation

China Reacts to Maduro's Capture with Strong Condemnation

Joseph Quesada
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January 6, 2026
BEIJING – China has strongly condemned the U.S. capture of Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro, stating that it is a violation of international law and a threat to peace and security in Latin America. “China is deeply shocked and strongly condemns the U.S.’s blatant use of force against a sovereign state and its attack on its […]
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Ashley Moody Stands with Venezuelan Community Following Nicolás Maduro’s Arrest

Ashley Moody Stands with Venezuelan Community Following Nicolás Maduro’s Arrest

Adrian Morgade
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January 6, 2026
Florida Senator Ashley Moody (R) made a recent appearance in Doral, Florida, standing in support of the local Venezuelan community. “After more than two decades under an authoritarian regime, Venezuelan families finally woke up to the news they’ve waited years to hear—Nicolas Maduro, an illegitimate dictator, wanted criminal and narco-terrorist, has been captured and will […]
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Maduro says He Was 'Kidnapped' As He Pleads Not Guilty in New York Court

Maduro says He Was 'Kidnapped' As He Pleads Not Guilty in New York Court

Joseph Quesada
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January 6, 2026
NEW YORK – Deposed Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro appeared in a New York court Monday afternoon, protesting his capture as he pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges. “I am here kidnapped since Jan. 3, Saturday,” Maduro said during his appearance in U.S. District Court in Manhattan. Maduro was taken to court, backed by heavy […]
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Venezuela Swears in Delcy Rodriguez as Interim President to Show Independence From US Control

Venezuela Swears in Delcy Rodriguez as Interim President to Show Independence From US Control

Joseph Quesada
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January 5, 2026
CARACAS, Venezuela – The Venezuelan government on Monday swore in deposed dictator Nicolas Maduro’s vice president, Delcy Rodriguez, as interim president of the country. The Venezuelan government’s effort aims to show the international community that the country is still being governed independently, following the stunning operation by U.S. forces that led to Maduro’s capture alongside […]
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DeSantis Announces Over 10,000 Illegal Alien Arrests Under 'Operation Tidal Wave'

DeSantis Announces Over 10,000 Illegal Alien Arrests Under 'Operation Tidal Wave'

Michael Costeines
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January 5, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that more than 10,000 illegal aliens have been arrested in Florida as part of "Operation Tidal Wave" while speaking at the "Deportation Depot" in Sanderson this week. The operation, established in April 2025 in conjunction with the Department of Homeland Security, authorizes federal and state officials to identify and remove criminal […]
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DeSantis Slams 'Yoke' Maduro Regime in First Comments Since Dictator's Capture

DeSantis Slams 'Yoke' Maduro Regime in First Comments Since Dictator's Capture

Michael Costeines
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January 5, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his first remarks since the apprehension of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro by U.S. military forces over the weekend while speaking at "Deportation Depot" in Sanderson this week. The comments come after some in the media questioned the governor's silence on the news, given Florida's extensive Venezuelan-American population, particularly in South Florida. […]
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