Overview
- President Trump announced the action on social media hours after the overnight strike.
- Officials said Maduro was flown out of Venezuela following the operation.
- Reporters noted that the administration has not detailed the legal authority for the strike or whether Congress was consulted.
- Prediction markets had put the odds of Maduro leaving office at about 8 percent last week, and BetOnline closed a market on his potential destination.
- Kalshi’s rules state the market resolves to Yes if Maduro leaves office before February 1, 2026, with provisions for announced departures and for payout determination in the event of death.