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'run the country'
Trump says US will 'run' Venezuela and 'fix oil infrastructure'
SUMMARY
US President Donald Trump announced that the US will "run" Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by US forces. He stated that US oil companies would repair Venezuela's "broken infrastructure" and generate revenue for the country. Maduro's capture has led to a national emergency declaration in Venezuela and accusations of US military aggression.
Trump mentioned that Maduro had been indicted on drug and weapons charges. While Trump has laid out plans for Venezuela's management, the Venezuelan vice president insists Maduro remains the legitimate president. The US has launched over 30 strikes targeting alleged drug trafficking boats associated with Venezuela.
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