"I would much rather be on the side of Guaidó," senior administration official says
In interviews with CBS News, senior administration officials said the White House is emboldened over Guaidó's recent "Operation Freedom" campaign
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Russia accuses U.S. of "fake" news on Venezuela; what's in it for Putin?
Moscow dismisses U.S. claim that Russia convinced Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro not to flee Caracas, but Russia does have a role in the standoff
Venezuelan opposition vies for momentum as Maduro appears immovable
Opposition leader Juan Guaido calls for more protests after Day-1 of his "Operation Freedom" ends with Maduro still surrounded by loyal military commanders
Maduro proclaims "defeat" of opposition uprising
The country's socialist government dismissed what it called a U.S.-sponsored "coup" and said the Venezuelan army remained loyal to the president
Violent clashes in Venezuela
Violent street battles have erupted in Venezuela. Armored military vehicles drove into crowds after the opposition leader called for a military uprising against the government. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Trump says he is "monitoring" uprising led by Juan Guaidó in Venezuela
Trump also threatened Cuba with a "complete" embargo if Cuban military forces did not leave Venezuela
Bolton: All options on table with Venezuela
President Trump's national security adviser John Bolton said Tuesday that Mr. Trump wants to see a peaceful transfer of power in Venezuela -- a possibility he said "still exists." Speaking at the White House, Bolton also said "all options are on the table."
Guaidó calls for uprising in Venezuela
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó called for a military uprising and took to the streets with a small contingent of troops in an effort to oust President Nicolas Maduro. Video shows unrest in the country's capital.
Venezuelan opposition leader tries to stage military uprising
Juan Guaido appears in video with some troops, calling on rest of Venezuela's security forces to turn on embattled President Nicolas Maduro
American released from Venezuela prison after 5 years
Todd Leininger's returned to the States on Thursday, his family confirmed.
U.S. allowing lawsuits over properties seized by Castro's Cuba
The major policy has angered European and other allies
Venezuelan refugees demand U.S. action as Pompeo visits border
Top U.S. diplomat keeps pressure on Nicolas Maduro with regional allies, but focus remains on diplomacy, not military action
Pompeo says Venezuela's Maduro is a "true threat" to the U.S.
The secretary state's comments came on the same day Vice President Pence called on the United Nations to revoke the credentials of Maduro's representatives
Venezuela ambassador visibly irked by Pence's admonishment at U.N.
"With all due respect, Mr. Ambassador, you shouldn't be here," he said, addressing the Venezuelan ambassador to the U.N.
Senators introduce bipartisan bill to send $400 million in aid to Venezuela
Nicolás Maduro's government has recently escalated its efforts to fend off the leadership challenge by the U.S.-backed opposition leader Juan Guaidó
Venezuelan opposition leader barred from holding office for 15 years
Venezuelan government bars opposition leader Juan Guaidó from holding public office for 15 years
Russia defends sending troops to back up Maduro in Venezuela
Pompeo has warned Moscow the U.S. "will not stand idly by as Russia exacerbates tensions in Venezuela"
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Masked men detain key aide to Venezuelan opposition leader
Masked security forces detain key aide to Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó in raid on his home
Venezuelan opposition seizes 3 offices in U.S.
Representatives of National Assembly President Juan Guaidó, who has been recognized by the U.S. and more than four dozen countries as Venezuela's legitimate leader, said they took control of three diplomatic offices in Washington and New York that were formerly operated by the government of President Nicolás Maduro. CBS News State Department Christina Ruffini joins CBSN with analysis.
Venezuelan opposition seizes diplomatic offices in U.S.
President Nicolás Maduro's foreign ministry warned that his government could take "reciprocal" actions in Venezuelan territory
Maduro regime suggests Guaido behind Venezuelan blackouts
U.S. backed opposition claims over 17 have died in power cuts
U.S. pulling last of its embassy personnel from Venezuela
Move comes as blackout continues and desperation spreads across much of nation in grips of political crisis and hyperinflation
Blackout in Venezuela strains humanitarian crisis
Dr. Luis Fernandez told CBS News one patient lost her baby and he's now worried about others
Top Democrats urge Trump to back protections for Venezuelans
The legislation would allow Venezuelans living in the U.S. who have fled the country's collapsing economy to qualify for TPS protections
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Missed paychecks, benefit lapses increase pressure for shutdown deal
The government shutdown stretched into Day 27 on Monday as the stalemate over how to reopen the government continues. Follow live updates here.
Hurricane Melissa threatens to bring catastrophic flooding to Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a Category 5 storm on Monday, unleashing torrential rain and threatening to bring catastrophic flooding to the northern Caribbean.
2 Illinois National Guard members speak out: "I won't turn against my neighbors"
Staff Sgt. Demi Palecek and Capt. Dylan Blaha say they'll defy federal orders regarding Trump's immigration enforcement operation in Chicago.
Trump says China trade deal likely to be finalized during his Asia trip
President Trump told reporters as he flew into Japan that he expects to have a trade agreement with China finalized by the end of his tour of Asia.
Trump reveals he underwent an MRI during checkup, calls results "perfect"
President Trump had his second physical in six months earlier this month at Walter Reed Medical Center.
Minnesota man arrested for threatening Pam Bondi in TikTok post
A TikTok user was arrested earlier this month for threatening Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Indiana's GOP governor says he will call a special redistricting session
Indiana's Republican governor on Monday said he would be calling a special session to consider redrawing the state's congressional map.
Why your beef, bananas and coffee beans have gotten so expensive
Americans are paying significantly more for these food staples, inflation data shows. Will prices ever relent?
FDA approves new menopause drug without hormones. Here's what to know.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lynkuet, a new medication that does not contain hormones to treat hot flashes due to menopause.