US Senator Rick Scott Warns Maduro's Regime Nears End Amid Caribbean Military Buildup

Senator Rick Scott, a prominent critic of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, warned in multiple interviews that Maduro's days in power are numbered amid a significant U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean. Scott suggested Maduro should seek refuge in Russia or China as the United States prepares for potential regime change, though he expressed skepticism about a full-scale U.S. invasion due to public fatigue with prolonged military engagements. The senator co-authored the 2024 STOP MADURO Act, which includes a $100 million reward for information leading to Maduro's arrest, and described Maduro as an "illegitimate, murderous dictator." U.S. military actions have included strikes on vessels near Venezuela accused of drug trafficking, actions Maduro and his allies argue are pretexts for regime change. Scott also predicted that Maduro's removal could trigger broader political shifts in the Caribbean, including the end of Cuba's reliance on Venezuelan oil. Despite the military presence and political pressure, Scott emphasized the U.S. commitment to promoting freedom and democracy in the region while acknowledging the complexities of post-regime change stability and the likelihood that the U.S. will avoid committing ground troops.