The Trump
administration has escalated efforts to hold Venezuelan President Nicolás
Maduro accountable by doubling the reward for information leading to his
capture—from \$25 million to \$50 million.
Attorney
General Pam Bondi issued the announcement, accusing Maduro of orchestrating a
massive drug trafficking operation involving fentanyl-laced cocaine. She cited
links between Maduro and violent criminal groups, asserting that the seized
illicit drugs represent a significant financial resource for these networks.
Authorities
have claimed seizure of more than \$700 million in assets tied to Maduro,
including private jets and vehicles. Despite these allegations and
international condemnation, he remains in power in Venezuela.
This move marks one of the largest bounties offered for a sitting world leader and reflects heightened tensions and U.S. determination to pursue justice in cases of global narcoterrorism.
