Congressman Hudson Releases Statement on the Capture of Narco-Terrorist Dictator Nicolas Maduro

January 5, 2026 Press Release Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09), released the following statement following the capture of Narco-Terrorist Dictator Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela. " Democrats spent years making excuses while an illegitimate dictator and indicted Narco-Terrorist destabilized the hemisphere and endangered American lives.

Accountability finally came. Parents in our community can rest easier knowing a major peddler of fentanyl is off the streets. I’m grateful for the heroes who carried out this mission and praying for their safe return home." Issues : Defense & National Security