Sen. Gallego Criticizes U.S. Action on Maduro’s Arrest, Citing Concerns

The unexpected detention of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. authorities has sparked a heated debate within American political circles. This weekend, President Donald Trump confirmed that Maduro is now in U.S. custody and will face charges related to narcoterrorism.

Republican figures, such as Congressman Andy Biggs, have expressed approval of the move. In contrast, Democratic voices like Senator Ruben Gallego are raising concerns. “We’re lucky it has gone as well as it has so far because we have a great military force,” Gallego stated to NBC News. He emphasized, “It’s great that you know in all essence Maduro is out. The fact is we violated the constitution of the United States.”

Senator Gallego, a member of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, argues that the American public is opposed to the U.S. acting as an international enforcer. He revealed feeling misinformed by administration officials during briefings. He mentioned being assured by Secretary Marco Rubio and Secretary Pete Hegseth that the actions were not intended to instigate a regime change, stating, “No everything you’re seeing in front of you is not an opportunity to build toward war versus Venezuela.” However, he believes recent developments contradict these assurances.

In a social media post, Gallego expressed his disapproval: “The American people did not ask for this, Congress did not authorize this, and our service members should not be sent into harm’s way for another unnecessary conflict.” The senator’s tweet reflects his broader concerns about repeating past foreign policy mistakes, as he stated, “There is no justification for the United States to be at war with Venezuela.”