Congressman Mackenzie Applauds Capture of Maduro, thanks Servicemembers

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), representing the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos, applauds the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces. The limited operation occurred early on the morning of Saturday, January 3rd, and quickly achieved its objectives. Congressman Mackenzie, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Western Affairs Subcommittee, congratulates President Trump, thanks our armed forces, and expresses his hopes for a peaceful and democratic future for Venezuela. 

“The capture of Nicolás Maduro is a decisive victory for U.S. security and regional stability,” said Congressman Mackenzie. “Maduro was an illegitimate dictator and narcoterrorist who funneled drugs into the United States — killing countless young Americans. As a result of this operation, the United States, the western hemisphere, and the broader world are safer and more secure.”

In recent years, Maduro’s illegitimate regime has engaged in state-sponsored narcoterrorism and prompted a refugee crisis that impacted our borders. 

“With Maduro’s reign now toppled, and American justice on the horizon, we look forward to working alongside the Venezuelan people to establish a democratic and prosperous nation that no longer poses a threat to American families,” said Congressman Mackenzie. “We thank American servicemembers for their bravery, ingenuity, and success, and we pray for a swift recovery for all those who were injured. We are grateful that there have not been any immediate fatalities among our armed forces.”

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