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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2026 · 17 MIN

FAFO Doctrine in Action, Maduro Learns the Hard Way

from The Ben Ferguson Podcast · host iHeartPodcasts

Announcement: Trump announced the success via a social media post and later held a press conference at Mar-a-Lago. Justification: The reasons include stopping drug trafficking, recovering stolen oil, and addressing fentanyl-related deaths in the U.S. Scale of Operation: Over 150 aircraft involved, including bombers, fighters, drones, and helicopters. Integration of multiple U.S. military branches and agencies (Space Command, Cyber Command, Marines, Navy, Air Force). Tactical surprise achieved through months of planning and intelligence gathering. Execution: The strike occurred during the night, with helicopters flying at low altitude over water. Venezuelan air defenses were dismantled before the extraction force landed. Maduro’s compound was heavily fortified with steel doors and a “safe space,” but he was captured before reaching it. Minimal U.S. casualties; one aircraft was hit but remained operational. Aftermath: Maduro and Flores were indicted in the Southern District of New York for narco-terrorism. Trump framed the operation as a warning to adversaries and a restoration of U.S. global respect. Statements from U.S. officials and lawmakers praised the complexity and success of the mission. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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