BREAKING: Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has sharply criticized former Vice President Kamala Harris for her response to the recent capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, labeling her comments as “cynical and irresponsible.” This clash highlights deepening tensions within the Biden-Harris administration regarding its handling of Maduro, especially following the announcement of a heightened bounty on him.
Earlier today, Adams responded to Harris’s remarks made on social media, which condemned actions taken against Maduro. She stated, “Donald Trump’s actions in Venezuela do not make America safer, stronger, or more affordable,” emphasizing her belief that current U.S. policy is misguided. Harris claimed that the situation reflects a chaotic pursuit of regime change rather than genuine concern for American safety.
Adams countered by pointing out that the Biden-Harris administration raised the bounty on Maduro to $25 million as of January 10, 2025, up from the previous $15 million established by the Trump administration. He stressed that “public safety is not a political game,” arguing that labeling Maduro a “narco-dictator” one year and downplaying the threat the next is hypocritical.
“Maduro’s drugs have killed thousands of Americans and continue to endanger our children,” Adams stated, referencing the tragic case of 2-year-old Nicholas Feliz Dominici, who died from fentanyl poisoning in a Bronx daycare last September. This incident underscores the human toll of drug trafficking linked to Maduro’s regime.
Adams’s remarks come amid increasing scrutiny of U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela. Harris’s initial criticisms laid out a narrative accusing Trump of using military force for personal gain rather than for the welfare of the American public. She argued that such actions have “no exit plan and no benefit at home.”
The political fallout from Harris’s statements continues to resonate. Adams’s fierce rebuttal suggests a growing rift within the Democratic party, especially regarding foreign policy in Latin America. The implications of this dispute could influence voter sentiment as the 2024 election approaches.
As the situation develops, political analysts are closely monitoring how this public feud may affect the Biden administration’s strategy towards Venezuela and its broader foreign policy objectives. Expect further updates as more details emerge.
