The Venezuelan exile community, primarily based in Miami, erupted in celebration this Saturday following the news that Nicolás Maduro was captured by U.S. forces in an operation directed by President Donald Trump.
Miami's streets quickly filled with hundreds of individuals waving the flags of Venezuela, Cuba, and the United States, amidst tears, hugs, and shouts of “Venezuela is free!” at El Arepazo.
For many exiles who fled the Chavista regime over the past two decades, this event was described as “the most anticipated day of their lives.”
“There’s nothing that compares to this. Thank you, my God, thank you,” a Venezuelan woman told Telemundo51.
President Trump confirmed the capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, stating that both were "taken out of Venezuela" after the military operation aimed at restoring democracy and ending the Chavista criminal regime.
The U.S. President is scheduled to hold a press conference this Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in Mar-a-Lago to provide further details on the operation.
Thousands of Venezuelans in South Florida remain gathered in plazas and streets, singing the national anthem and dreaming of a swift return to a free and democratic Venezuela.
Details on Nicolás Maduro's Capture
What was the reaction of the Venezuelan community in Miami?
The Venezuelan community in Miami celebrated with overwhelming joy, waving flags, and chanting in the streets, expressing hope for a free Venezuela.
What did President Trump say regarding Maduro's capture?
President Trump announced the capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, emphasizing that it was part of a mission to restore democracy in Venezuela.
Where and when will President Trump discuss further details?
President Trump is expected to provide more details about the operation in a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, scheduled for 11:00 a.m. this Saturday.