CNN 5 Things Maduro Couple Injured, Epstein Files, Uvalde Officer Trial and more
Jan 6, 2026
Venezuela's leader and his wife have been captured, facing injuries and a not guilty plea. Trump praises the operation and discusses potential actions against Colombia and Greenland. The Justice Department is slowly releasing Epstein files, with less than 1% currently available. In Uvalde, emotions run high as the trial begins for a former school officer related to the Robb Elementary shooting. Additionally, the House GOP majority faces a further reduction following the death of Representative Doug LaMalfa.
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Maduro Couple Injured During Capture
- Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife were injured while fleeing U.S. forces during an arrest operation.
- They appeared in New York court with visible injuries and pleaded not guilty to drug and weapons charges.
Trump Praises Capture, Signals Broader Moves
- President Donald Trump praised the Venezuelan operation and suggested potential actions against other countries.
- He also floated acquiring Greenland, and aides and foreign leaders publicly pushed back on those ideas.
DOJ Slow To Release Epstein Files
- The Justice Department has released under 1% of its Jeffrey Epstein files and is still reviewing over 2 million documents.
- DOJ officials told a judge substantial work remains despite a Congressional law aiming for a December 19th release deadline.