US Doubles Bounty for Venezuela's Maduro to $50M

US Doubles Bounty for Venezuela's Maduro to $50M
Above: Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro speaks in Caracas on July 28, 2025. Image copyright: Jesus Vargas/Getty Images

The Spin

Anti-Maduro narrative

Maduro is a narco-dictator who poses a clear threat to U.S. national security and must be brought to justice. However, direct access to him is constrained by sovereignty, security and diplomatic considerations. That's precisely why the U.S. is now offering a record-high $50 million bounty on him — pushing up the cost for those assisting him and motivating others to provide actionable intelligence.

Pro-Maduro narrative

This increased bounty is nothing but a smokescreen to divert attention from U.S. domestic failures and try to force regime change in Venezuela, in breach of international law. Maduro stands as an elected leader who refuses to bow to imperialistic pressure and dares to challenge Washington's global dominance, defending his nation and supporting oppressed peoples worldwide.

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