Washington says move is temporary and aimed at restoring stability and democratic governance
US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will temporarily oversee Venezuela’s administration following the reported capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US military forces.
Speaking from Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, Trump said the intervention was designed to ensure a controlled and peaceful transition of power after years of political and economic instability in the South American nation.
“We’re going to run the country until such time as we can do a safe, proper, and judicious transition,” Trump told reporters. “We want peace, liberty, and justice for the great people of Venezuela.”
Temporary Oversight, Not Permanent Rule
Trump emphasised that the United States does not intend to install a rushed or imposed leadership, saying Washington wants to avoid creating further instability.
“This is not about replacing one problem with another,” he said. “It’s about creating conditions where Venezuelans can return home, rebuild their country, and choose their future freely.”
Millions of Venezuelans have fled the country in recent years amid economic collapse, political repression, and humanitarian shortages.
High-Level US Officials Present
The announcement was delivered in the presence of senior US officials, including CIA Director John Ratcliffe, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
While no detailed timeline was provided, US officials said further information would be released regarding governance structures, security arrangements, and international engagement during the transition period.
International Reactions Anticipated
The announcement is expected to draw strong reactions from Latin American governments, global powers, and international organisations, particularly around questions of sovereignty and international law.
Analysts say the coming days will be critical in determining whether the move stabilises Venezuela or deepens regional tensions.
MDNtv will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available.