04/01/2026
Maduro campaigned for Chávez’s release from prison and became a devoted supporter of Chávez’s leftist policies. After Chávez was elected president in 1998, Maduro won a seat in the legislature. He later rose to President of the National Assembly and served as Foreign Minister, travelling internationally to build alliances and promote oil-financed assistance programs.
Following President Donald Trump’s announcement that U.S. forces had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, here is a summary of key facts about the controversial leader. Early Life Nicolás Maduro was born on November 23, 1962...