Venezuela opposition leader arrested, released amid tense crackdown
Venezuela opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was arrested and released amid a tense protest crackdown.
Nicolas Maduro
U.S. recognizes Edmundo González as Venezuela's president-elect
The Biden administration had previously said Edmundo González had earned the most votes in the disputed election, but had fallen short of acknowledging him as president-elect.
The crisis in Venezuela
In recent years, a quarter of Venezuela's population has fled the country's economic devastation and political repression. Nicolás Maduro's claim of victory in July's election, despite evidence he lost, has only made matters worse.
Venezuela says 4th American arrested over alleged "plot" against Maduro
Venezuela said Tuesday it had arrested a fourth U.S. citizen over what it claims was a plot to assassinate President Nicolás Maduro in the aftermath of elections the opposition claims he stole.
Venezuela accused of "most violent" repression since disputed election
Venezuela's government has intensified use of the "harshest and most violent" tools of repression in the wake of a disputed election, U.N. experts say.
3 U.S. citizens, 2 Spaniards held over alleged plot to "destabilize" Venezuela
Three American citizens, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen have been detained in Venezuela on suspicion of plotting to destabilize the country through "violent actions."
What to know after U.S. seizes Maduro's plane
Long-term tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela have escalated after U.S. authorities seized a luxury jet used by Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
U.S. seizes Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's plane, citing sanctions
The U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's plane in the Dominican Republic and brought it to Florida on Monday, the Justice Department said.
U.S. seizes Venezuelan president's plane
The U.S. seized a plane used by Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro, and flew it to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The jet was allegedly illegally purchased and taken out of the U.S. in violation of sanctions. The seizure comes as Venezuela is still reeling from disputed elections earlier this year.
What's behind U.S. seizure of Maduro's plane
The U.S. has seized a plane belonging to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over alleged sanctions violations. The jet in question has been transported from the Dominican Republic to Florida. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more from Fort Lauderdale.
U.S. seizes Nicolás Maduro's plane
The Justice Department says the U.S. seized a plane purchased through shell companies that has been in use by Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Election protests continue in Venezuela
The U.S. has recognized Venezuela's opposition candidate Edmundo González as the winner of last weekend's presidential election, despite President Nicolás Maduro claiming victory. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano examines what the acknowledgment means for Maduro and Venezuela.
U.S. recognizes Edmundo González as winner
The U.S. government says it recognizes opposition candidate Edmundo González as the winner of Venezuela's presidential election. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement there was overwhelming evidence González won, despite President Nicolás Maduro claiming victory. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
Examining trends of 2024 global elections
2024 is the biggest global election year in modern history, with at least 64 elections affecting roughly four billion people. The year is now more than halfway over, and some trends are emerging. Nicole Bibbins Sedaca, interim president at Freedom House, joins CBS News to discuss.
Maduro calls for election audit amid protests
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro asked the country's supreme court to complete an audit of the weekend's highly contested presidential election. However, the court's close ties to Maduro have some questioning how transparent and legitimate the review would be. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has the latest from Caracas.
Calls for transparency over Maduro election
Thousands of people across Venezuela have taken to the streets to protest President Nicolás Maduro's disputed election victory. Officials in the U.S. have joined several other countries in calling for transparency and the release of the voting results. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports from the Venezuelan capital of Caracas.
Venezuela military chief backs Maduro, calls protests "coup in progress"
New unrest is expected in Venezuela as the country's military backs President Nicolás Maduro after a disputed election.
Protests continue in Venezuela following election
Protesters again took to the streets in Venezuela, demonstrating against the reelection of President Nicolás Maduro. Lilia Luciano reports.
Venezuela protesters, police clash
Violent protests erupted in Venezuela as some voters say incumbent President Nicolás Maduro's claimed victory is the result of a rigged election. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Protesters clash with police in Venezuela
Violent protests are gripping Venezuela over allegations that Sunday's presidential election was stolen by the country's authoritarian leader, Nicolas Maduro. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
Protests in Venezuela after disputed election
Voters in Venezuela are taking to the streets, claiming their voices were suppressed during the presidential election over the weekend. Ryan Berg, head of the Future of Venezuela Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to unpack the situation.
Maduro declared winner in Venezuela but opposition claims landslide victory
Nicolás Maduro was declared the winner in Venezuela's presidential election Sunday, but his opponents immediately disputed the results, claiming a landslide win.
Maduro claims victory in Venezuela election
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has claimed victory in the country's election, saying he secured a third term. But thousands have taken to the streets to protest as the opposition says exit polls showed them winning in a landslide. Lilia Luciano reports.
Did Maduro or Machado win in Venezuela?
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is decrying the results of the election that authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro has claimed he won. CBS News' Lilia Luciano breaks down why supporters of both parties are claiming victory.
Maduro declares Venezuela election win
Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's authoritarian leader, was declared the winner in the country's presidential election Sunday, a result that Maria Corina Machado, the opposition leader, rejects. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports from Caracas.
Trump says China trade deal likely to be finalized during his Asia trip
He told reporters as he flew into Japan that he expects to have a trade agreement with China wrapped up by the end of his tour of Asia.
Hurricane Melissa is a mighty Category 5 storm in the Caribbean
Melissa strengthened into the most powerful category a hurricane could and could bring "catastrophic" flash flooding and landslides to Jamaica, Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
What's next for Nicolás Maduro as Trump pressures Venezuela
Tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela are ratcheting up, with a showdown between President Trump and Nicolás Maduro putting the two nations on the brink.
Federal food aid won't go out starting Nov. 1, USDA website alert says
The USDA notice comes after the Trump administration said it would not tap roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep benefits through SNAP.
TikTok deal to be finalized Thursday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the TikTok deal announced last month is set to be finalized on Thursday when President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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Newsom says he'll consider White House run after 2026 elections
In an exclusive interview, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he will consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterm elections.
Here's what to expect from the Fed's Wednesday interest rate meeting
Concerns about a weakening labor market may outweigh worries about rising inflation, tipping the Fed toward another rate cut, economists say.
Longevity doctor advises exercise, tests, and protein to prep for advanced age
Dr. Peter Attia has declared war on what he calls the marginal decade, the final years of life that are often plagued by sickness and immobility.
Graham says land strikes in Venezuela a "real possibility"
The U.S. has carried out several air strikes on Venezuelan vessels that the Trump administration has accused of carrying drugs and cartel members.