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Washington, US President Donald Trump warned Cuba, Colombia and Mexico this week that US patience is wearing thin over facilitation of drug trafficking and regional instability. He told reporters aboard Air Force One on January 5 that Cuba has lost Venezuelan economic support and "has no income," and said Washington could act if conditions do not change. Trump added the United States does not plan military action, predicting internal collapse in Cuba, and said many Cuban Americans would welcome that outcome. Officials cited drug flows of fentanyl and cocaine as central concerns. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Miami — Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan migrants in the United States face legal uncertainty after former president Nicolás Maduro was captured recently in New York on Jan. 3. The Trump administration revoked Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans last year, affecting about 600,000 people and followed more than 13,000 deportations. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed TPS for Venezuelans is over; migrants under TPS are now advised to pursue asylum. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said TPS recipients may apply for asylum. Local advocates and officials have urged reinstatement and pauses on deportations. Based on six articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — U.S. forces seized Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro in a raid early Saturday, and President Donald Trump on Sunday warned interim leader Delcy Rodríguez she would pay “a very big price” if she did not cooperate with Washington. Rodríguez was confirmed by Venezuela's Supreme Court and military and condemned the operation as a violation of international law. The Trump administration said it will work with remaining Venezuelan officials if U.S. goals — including access for American investment in oil reserves — are met. Maduro faces federal narcotrafficking charges in New York. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States needs Greenland 'for defense,' issuing remarks after U.S. military strikes in Venezuela that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Trump told The Atlantic and reporters that Greenland's Arctic position and increased Russian and Chinese activity make it strategically critical, and he reiterated calls to annex the Danish territory. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen rejected any U.S. right to annex Greenland and urged Washington to cease threats. U.S. officials also discussed pressure on Cuba and concerns about Colombia's role in drug trafficking. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — Former Capitol Police officers say their struggles continue after President Donald Trump pardoned about 1,500 people convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack. Officers, including former Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, reported learning on Jan. 20, 2025, that people they testified against were being released, and said pardons and public statements minimizing the violence have complicated their recovery. Reporters documented notifications from federal prosecutors, FBI agents and the Bureau of Prisons and collected firsthand accounts of injuries and threats tied to the riot. Authorities confirmed the pardons and said reviews guided clemency decisions. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

New York: The United States conducted military operations in Venezuela and detained deposed President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. The UN Security Council will convene an emergency meeting on Monday at 10 a.m. to discuss threats to international peace and security. SpaceX's Starlink announced it will provide free broadband service in Venezuela through February 3. UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock urged adherence to the UN Charter, saying it is not optional. Venezuela's Supreme Court ordered Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to assume acting presidential duties. Colombian President Gustavo Petro requested emergency session. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.

SAN FRANCISCO. The Golden State Warriors beat the Utah Jazz 123-114 Saturday night as Stephen Curry scored 31 points, including 20 in a dominant third-quarter surge that turned the game. Draymond Green drew two technical fouls and was ejected late in the second quarter, playing 12 minutes. Golden State recorded 32 assists and overcame 15 turnovers; five players scored in double figures and De'Anthony Melton had 13 points in his managed return. The victory followed a blowout loss to Oklahoma City the previous night and extended the Warriors' recent on-court winning stretch. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington, SpaceX’s Starlink announced free broadband service in Venezuela through February 3, Elon Musk posted on X January 4. The announcement followed the United States’ removal and custody of President Nicolás Maduro, with U.S. authorities releasing video showing him handcuffed in a perp walk. Venezuela’s Supreme Court ordered Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to assume presidential powers amid leadership vacuum. U.S. officials described efforts to establish an interim administration focused on stabilizing oil infrastructure and enforcing drug measures, and encouraged cooperation with Rodríguez. Starlink said the free service aims to ensure continued connectivity. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington, U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a covert operation early this month. President Donald Trump ordered the mission, which military officials said launched at 10:46 p.m. Eastern time and involved more than 150 aircraft, naval assets, and intelligence teams. A CIA unit and special operations personnel reportedly tracked Maduro for months before the raid; U.S. officials say Maduro surrendered and now faces U.S. Department of Justice custody. The administration released photographs of Maduro aboard a U.S. ship and said it will oversee a transition in Venezuela. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Caracas, U.S. forces executed a large-scale operation this Saturday that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and transferred them to U.S. custody. The White House released video showing Maduro in handcuffs and cited plans to move him to the Metropolitan Detention Center in New York. President Trump said Washington would oversee post-capture arrangements and mentioned possible deployment options, while Venezuelan opposition figures reacted with mixed responses. Congressional Republicans publicly affirmed support for opposition leader María Corina Machado. The operation prompted international attention and uncertainty about Venezuela's political transition. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.