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◆ Mixed look for Wasserman SchultzForeign Policy

Florida lawmakers react after US strikes Venezuela, captures Maduro

Wasserman Schultz welcomed Maduro’s capture but questioned whether the action would lead to a lasting result.

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Florida lawmakers offered differing reactions after the U.S. military struck Venezuela and captured Nicolás Maduro. Rick Scott praised the operation, while Debbie Wasserman Schultz welcomed Maduro’s capture but questioned whether the action would produce lasting change.

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Florida representative welcoming Maduro’s capture while questioning the operation’s lasting effect

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Rick Scott
R · FL · SEN

Florida senator praising the U.S. operation

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who ordered the strike and announced the operation

Florida representative described as applauding the mission

ALSO MENTIONED  Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelan president captured and flown out of the country

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Debbie Wasserman Schultz Responds to U.S. Capture of Nicolás Maduro

Outlets agree that the U.S. captured Nicolás Maduro and that Debbie Wasserman Schultz welcomed the capture. Center outlets pair her welcome with questions about the operation’s lasting effects and Venezuela’s political transition. Right-leaning outlets foreground her praise as unusual among Democrats and contrast it with other Democrats’ criticism.

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