Articles in this Cluster
07-01-2026
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were brought to a federal courthouse in Manhattan for their first court appearance since being captured by U.S. forces. Maduro was defiant in court, declaring he is still the president of Venezuela and innocent of all charges. Both Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty to charges including narco-terrorism and conspiracy to import cocaine. The next hearing is set for March 17. Maduro's capture and detention have sparked dueling rallies in NYC, with some cheering his downfall and others opposing his capture.
Entities: Nicolás Maduro, Cilia Flores, Venezuela, United States, Delcy Rodríguez • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
07-01-2026
The article discusses the inner circle of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who was arraigned in New York on federal drug trafficking charges. Despite Maduro's ousting, his inner circle remains in power, with some members wanted by the U.S. The article profiles key figures, including Delcy Rodríguez, Diosdado Cabello, Vladimir Padrino López, Jorge Rodríguez, and Nicolás 'Nicolasito' Maduro Guerra, highlighting their roles in the Maduro regime and alleged involvement in drug trafficking and undermining democracy. The U.S. has indicted several of these individuals on various charges, and it's unclear how they will interact with the Trump administration.
Entities: Nicolás Maduro, Delcy Rodríguez, Diosdado Cabello, Vladimir Padrino López, Jorge Rodríguez • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
07-01-2026
The article discusses how US Secretary of State Marco Rubio played a crucial role in the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Rubio, the son of Cuban immigrants, has a long history of involvement in Venezuelan politics, having begun his career in South Florida where many Venezuelan immigrants reside. The article highlights Rubio's efforts and influence in shaping the operation that led to Maduro's removal.
Entities: Marco Rubio, Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela, Cuba, South Florida • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
07-01-2026
The article reports on the court appearance of Nicolás Maduro, the ousted Venezuelan leader, and his wife Cilia Flores, who pleaded not guilty in a New York court. Maduro claimed he was still the president of Venezuela despite being captured in a US military operation. The article also mentions related news stories and provides video links to other CNN news segments.
Entities: Nicolás Maduro, Cilia Flores, Venezuela, New York, US • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
07-01-2026
The article discusses the major legal challenges facing Nicolás Maduro, the ousted Venezuelan leader, and his wife, Cilia Flores, after they pleaded not guilty in their first court appearance in New York. CNN's Laura Coates explains the legal next steps for the pair. The article also touches on related topics such as the ousting of Maduro, the role of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and the implications of the case.
Entities: Nicolás Maduro, Cilia Flores, New York, CNN, Laura Coates • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
07-01-2026
The article discusses the recent ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the subsequent criticism of the Trump administration's handling of the situation by Representative Jim Himes (D-CT). Himes stated that the Trump administration 'doesn't have a plan' for what comes next in Venezuela. The article also touches on other topics related to the Trump administration, including the January 6th Capitol attacks and the proposed acquisition of Greenland. Additionally, it provides background information on the 'Donroe Doctrine,' a term used to describe Trump's application of the Monroe Doctrine to enforce US interests in the Western Hemisphere, and how Senator Marco Rubio shaped the operation to oust Maduro.
Entities: Donald Trump, Nicolás Maduro, Jim Himes, Marco Rubio, Venezuela • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
07-01-2026
The article discusses President Donald Trump's plan to take oil from Venezuela, claiming that Venezuela stole US oil. Trump's plan involves rebuilding Venezuela's system to retrieve the oil. However, the article highlights two key issues with this plan. The article is part of a larger CNN Business video series that analyzes various aspects of Trump's policies and actions, including his stance on Greenland, the January 6th Capitol attacks, and the 'Donroe Doctrine.'
Entities: Donald Trump, Venezuela, US, CNN, Frank Fenimore • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
