Behind the Scenes of Our Nicolás Maduro Front Page
The New York Times••world
Key Points:
- Josh Crutchmer, planning editor for the print New York Times, received an early morning alert about the U.S. attack on Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, prompting a complete redesign of the newspaper's front page.
- Crutchmer quickly mobilized a team of 10 editors from The Times’s Print Hub to coordinate coverage and layout adjustments for the Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026 edition.
- The front page was crafted to capture a historic moment in American presidential history, emphasizing its significance both for current readers and future historical context, as noted by deputy content editor Gina Lamb.
- The article highlights the behind-the-scenes decision-making and rapid response involved in producing timely, impactful print journalism during major breaking
