NYC Mayor Mamdani opposes US military action in Venezuela
What's the story
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly opposed the United States's military action against Venezuela. The US military recently captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in a unilateral attack on Caracas. "Unilaterally attacking a sovereign nation is an act of war and a violation of federal and international law," the Indian-origin Mayor said in a social media post.
Safety concerns
Mamdani expresses concerns over regime change impact
Mamdani stressed that this "blatant pursuit of regime change" doesn't just affect those abroad but also New Yorkers, especially the Venezuelan community. He said his focus is on their safety and that of every New Yorker. The mayor's comments come after he spoke directly with President Donald Trump about his opposition to the military action.
Control plans
US plans to temporarily control Venezuela
President Trump announced that Maduro has been removed from power and that the US will temporarily control Venezuela. He said major American oil companies would move in to refurbish oil infrastructure. Maduro faces charges including narco-terrorism conspiracy and cocaine importation conspiracy, among others. However, Venezuela has rejected these charges as an attempt by President Trump to seize control of its resources.
Congressional criticism
Congressman criticizes Trump's unilateral military action
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi also criticized President Trump's unilateral military action without congressional authorization. He said such actions undermine the Constitution's separation of powers and weaken America's credibility. Krishnamoorthi argued that neither the American people nor Congress approved this course of action. The congressman demanded accountability for US personnel safety and transparency about any casualties from the operation.