In South Florida, Venezuelans Revel in Maduro’s Capture

In Doral, Florida, a city with a large Venezuelan population, celebrations erupted early Saturday morning following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Venezuelans and Venezuelan Americans gathered, playing music, waving flags, and singing to express their joy. South Florida is home to the largest Venezuelan community in the United States, many of whom oppose Maduro due to the economic and political turmoil in Venezuela that has driven millions to leave. While celebrating Maduro's removal, some expressed anxiety about the future but remained optimistic. The gathering took place at a gas station in Doral, a common meeting place for Venezuelans, where they sang both Venezuelan and American national anthems.

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