Griffith Statement on U.S. Operation in Venezuela

In response to the U.S. capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in a military operation, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

“Similar to Panama’s Manuel Noriega in 1990 who was later found guilty, the disputed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro will stand trial for drug trafficking charges in the United States. 

“But I am concerned about U.S. military intervention in foreign countries because of its potential to lead to protracted U.S. engagement. Because of this concern, I will be asking that further information is shared regarding the drug trafficking charges. Further, I want information on plans for future U.S. involvement in Venezuela and will insist Congressional authority and oversight be adhered to.”