Rubio set to warn of future military action if Venezuela’s new leaders stray from US goals

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By MATTHEW LEEJanuary 28, 2026 at 08:23 AM

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In January 2026, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to warn Venezuela's interim leadership against deviating from U.S. goals, indicating potential military action. This announcement follows the U.S. capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro earlier in the month. Rubio's prepared testimony for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee states that while the U.S. is not at war and the interim leaders are cooperating, the Trump administration reserves the right to use force if necessary to ensure cooperation. Rubio aims to reassure Congress of the administration's commitment to the region and address concerns about its foreign policy approach. He emphasizes the U.S. duty to its citizens and its mission in the hemisphere.

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Ohio 30% Armenia 30% Ararat Mirzoyan 30% Senate Foreign Relations Committee 40% Washington 50% State Department ×260% Trump administration ×270% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×270% United States ×480% Venezuela ×380% Marco Rubio ×490%

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