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US lawmakers divided over ouster: Trump claims he didn't need Congress' authorization

Jan 4, 2026
Americans are reacting strongly to news that Nicolás Maduro was captured and exfiltrated by U.S. special forces, with opinions sharply divided between those praising the president’s actions and those condemning them, while members of Congress—who were not briefed in advance—are split largely along party lines, with Democrats expressing outrage and Republicans voicing support; for more on this, we’re joined by international affairs editor Shirli Stibon.
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