S6 E56: Maduro in U.S. Court: International Law, Power Shifts in Venezuela, Trump’s Response & Gl...

In this in-depth special edition of What’s New with ME, host Ali Mehdaoui breaks down one of the most consequential geopolitical moments of our time: the capture and U.S. court appearance of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, the legal storm surrounding international law, and the power vacuum now gripping Venezuela. Maduro’s appearance in a New York federal courtroom has ignited global controversy. Accused of narco-terrorism, drug trafficking, and conspiracy, Maduro pleaded not guilty and declared he was “kidnapped,” asserting continued legitimacy as Venezuela’s president. But the legal questions go far beyond the charges themselves. This episode dives deep into: • The U.S. federal case against Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores • Claims of head-of-state immunity and whether they apply • The legality of the U.S. military operation under the U.N. Charter • Why many international law experts say this case challenges the global rule-based order • The rise of Venezuela’s acting president and competing constitutional claims • President Donald Trump’s response and what it signals about U.S. foreign policy • Global reactions from the United Nations, Europe, and Latin America • Historical comparisons to prior regime captures — and why this moment is different Ali Mehdaoui delivers a clear, structured, and no-nonsense analysis — separating fact from rhetoric, law from politics — while keeping the conversation accessible, contextual, and grounded in verified reporting. This is not just a Venezuela story. It’s a story about sovereignty, international law, executive power, and what happens when criminal justice and geopolitics collide. If you want news with depth, context, and clarity — not just headlines — this episode is required viewing. ME Studios is a full-scale media and production company delivering high-impact podcasts, digital content, and strategic media campaigns. 👉 Visit: https://TheMEstudios.net 👉 Partner, produce, or launch your own show with us 🎙️ Produced by ME Studios