Rep. María Elvira Salazar, a U.S. Congresswoman representing Florida’s 27th district, posted several statements on her Twitter account on January 4, 2026, regarding the situation in Venezuela and the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro.
In her first post at 01:19 UTC, Salazar wrote: “¡Tres amigos en la lucha por la libertad de Venezuela! Proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with my congressional colleagues and fellow freedom fighters @MarioDB and @RepCarlos on a day that reminds us why it is an honor to represent the United States, the world’s greatest force”.
Later that night at 03:12 UTC, she expressed gratitude for appearing on Fox News, stating: “Thank you to My View with @LaraLeaTrump on @FoxNews for having me tonight! We discussed Venezuela and America’s decisive capture of Nicolás Maduro, the narco-terrorist who brutalized a nation and poisoned our hemisphere. There’s several critical steps we must take in the days”.
The following morning at 16:13 UTC, Salazar highlighted her discussion with Glenna Milberg about recent developments in Venezuela. She wrote: ” LIVE: Great conversation this morning with Glenna Milberg on the capture of Nicolás Maduro and what it means for Venezuela and our South Florida community. For the families I represent, this is more than foreign policy. It’s personal and a moment they’ve dreamed of for”.
Nicolás Maduro has been accused by U.S. authorities of human rights abuses and involvement in drug trafficking during his tenure as President of Venezuela. The Venezuelan crisis has led to significant displacement and hardship among its population, affecting communities abroad including those in South Florida.