Rep. Jim Himes says Maduro capture is "clearly illegal under international law"
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Key Points:
- Rep. Jim Himes condemned the U.S. operation to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as illegal under international law and unconstitutional, highlighting concerns about bypassing Congressional approval for military actions.
- Himes warned that the operation sets a dangerous precedent, signaling to countries like Russia and China that unilateral military incursions can be justified by labeling foreign leaders as "bad people."
- The Trump administration praised the capture of Maduro, citing his indictment on drug trafficking and terrorism-related charges, while critics argue the operation was motivated by desires to control Venezuela's vast oil reserves.
- Sen. Chris Van Hollen accused the administration of misleading the public, claiming the true goal was to remove Maduro and benefit American oil companies and Trump’s allies, rather
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