US Issues Venezuela Sanctions, Increases Reward on Maduro

Maduro took office on Jan. 10 for a third term despite a disputed election that critics, including the United States, say was not conducted with integrity.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro speaks during the swearing-in ceremony at Palacio Federal Legislativo in Caracas, Venezuela, on Jan. 10, 2025. Alfredo Lasry R/Getty Images

The United States issued sanctions against officials tied to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Jan. 10 and increased its reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of the leader and two of his ministers.

Maduro took office on Jan. 10 for a third term despite a disputed election that critics, including the United States, say was not conducted with integrity.