Johnson on Venezuela after Maduro's capture
House Speaker Mike Johnson took questions on the future of Venezuela and said Americans can "sleep well at night" after the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson took questions on the future of Venezuela and said Americans can "sleep well at night" after the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro.
The U.S. military carried out operations to seize two oil tankers linked to Venezuela on Wednesday, one in the North Atlantic and one in the Caribbean, officials said. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata, Weijia Jiang and Ramy Inocencio have the latest.
Sen. Rand Paul, a Kentucky Republican, spoke to CBS Mornings about Congress' role following the U.S. operation in Venezuela. He also addressed the Trump administration's comments on Greenland. When asked about the U.S. possibly using military force, he said, "it won't happen under my watch. I will do everything to stop any kind of military takeover of Greenland."
At least 36 people have reportedly been killed in Iran amid anti-government protests across the nation, putting its rulers under pressure as Trump threatens to intervene.
Former President Nicolás Maduro's closest confidants remain in Venezuela, including some wanted by the U.S. who could still be targeted.
The White House says President Trump and his advisers are discussing options for how to acquire Greenland. The self-governing territory of Denmark, a NATO partner, is located in a prime spot to monitor threats to the U.S. and is rich in rare earth minerals. Danish officials have long rejected the proposal.
Officials confirm that the U.S. seized a sanctioned oil tanker linked to Venezuelan trade. Natalie Brand and Ramy Inocencio report. Also, Mark Cancian, a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins with his analysis on the operation.
The U.S. is carrying out an operation to seize a sanctioned oil tanker connected to Venezuelan trade, according to U.S. officials. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Ramy Inocencio report.
President Trump alluded to the potential fall of Cuba's regime following the operation that led to Nicolás Maduro's capture in Venezuela. Michael Bustamante, an associate professor of history at the University of Miami, joins CBS News with more.
María Corina Machado, Venezuela's opposition leader, spoke with CBS News about Venezuelan interim President Dulcy Rodriguez, a close Maduro ally who has condemned his capture. Machado said Rodriguez "is in a very critical position because nobody trusts her."
President Trump addressed Republican lawmakers on Tuesday and discussed a potential oil deal with Venezuela. This comes as the White House and Secretary of State Marco Rubio speak out on U.S. interests in Greenland. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
María Corina Machado spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Tuesday, January 6, about the U.S. capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, her opposition movement that she says is ready to lead the country, Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez and more.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado hailed President Trump for removing Nicolás Maduro from power in a network exclusive interview with CBS News — and made the case for why her political coalition should lead the country.
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro spent the night in jail after he appeared in a U.S. courtroom — as questions linger about President Trump's plans for Venezuela.
Questions remain over how Venezuela will be run in the aftermath of the U.S. capture of its former leader, Nicolás Maduro. One outstanding issue is how the U.S. will handle the Iranian-backed terrorist group Hezbollah, which has had a drug operation stronghold in the country for decades. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
A new analysis finds that the average price of gas in the U.S. is expected to fall to its lowest level since 2020 this year. While the yearly average will fall under $3, GasBuddy notes that there is some expected fluctuation throughout the year due to seasonal demand, weather and geopolitics. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, joins "The Daily Report" to break down the report and discuss what the military raid in Venezuela may mean for gas prices.
Two U.S. intelligence officials said Venezuelan officials had discussed placing Soviet-era defense systems and armed military personnel on tankers — disguising them as civilians for defense purposes.
The White House is doubling down on President Trump's pursuit of Greenland, saying that "using the U.S. military is always an option." The renewed focus on the Danish territory comes as questions remain about Trump's strategy in Venezuela. Ed O'Keefe and Lilia Luciano have more. Then, CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil sits down for an exclusive interview with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado.
After decades of fear and instability, Venezuelans in the U.S. are cautiously hopeful about what comes next. CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil spoke to Venezuelans in Doral, Florida.
Following the arrest and capture of Nicolás Maduro, armed militia members known as the Colectivo have been canvassing the streets of Caracas. Lilia Luciano has more on the volatility there.
Nicolás Maduro may be gone, but his deputies are still in power in Caracas, and the question of who should lead Venezuela is an urgent one. In a network exclusive with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she's already been chosen to lead.
Matthew Heath, a corporal in the Corps from 1999 until 2003, says Maduro detained Americans to be used as "trading chips" and a policy tool.
George Conway, once married to longtime Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway, has launched a campaign for New York's 12th Congressional District as a Democrat. Political strategists Lance Trover and John McCarthy join with analysis.
The Venezuelan government has a history of detaining Americans, often labeling them as spies or coup plotters. U.S. Marine veteran Matthew Heath spent two years imprisoned in the country and joins "The Takeout" to talk about his time in captivity and Nicolás Maduro's capture.
Miami has the largest population of Venezuelan expatriates and many are celebrating the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Mayor Eileen Higgins joins to discuss her call to protect Venezuelans who have built lives in the city.