Washington, Jan. 3 -- Congresswoman Chellie Pingree issued the following press release:
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) released the following statement after President Trump announced the United States carried out an unauthorized "large-scale" military operation in Venezuela, leading to the capture of Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro and his wife:
The Trump Administration's decision to apprehend and detain President Maduro is a breathtaking abuse of power, a flagrant violation of the Constitution and international law, and a dangerous escalation that undermines long-standing diplomatic norms. Just a few weeks ago, Secretaries Rubio and Hegseth told every U.S. Senator that their actions in the region-which were already legally d...