Footage has emerged of the kidnapped Maduro stepping onto U.S. soil 0 38

Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were first taken to the National Guard base 'Stewart' in New York, from where they were helicoptered to the Drug Enforcement Administration building in Manhattan. Upon arrival in the U.S., both had their biometric data collected, were photographed, and underwent a medical examination.

From Manhattan, Maduro was taken to a prison in New York, the conditions of which are described as 'deplorable and horrific.' By that time, a large group of people with Venezuelan flags had gathered, as well as a significant law enforcement presence.

Footage has emerged of Maduro being escorted by Drug Enforcement Administration officials.

Perp walked.pic.twitter.com/34iIsFUDdG

— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) January 4, 2026

Next week, Maduro is expected to be charged with drug-related offenses and weapons handling in federal court in Manhattan.