U.S. Special Ops: Mind-Blowing Precision in Secret Operation Against Maduro

By Brian Freeman | Sunday, January 4, 2026

Representative Dan Crenshaw, a member of the House Intelligence Committee and former Navy SEAL, described an operation targeting Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro as highly sophisticated, showcasing the precision, intelligence, and planning capabilities of American special operations forces.

In an interview on Sunday, Crenshaw emphasized the months of preparation and detailed intelligence work required to carry out such a sensitive mission without leaks or public exposure.

“The amount of planning and precision that goes into something like this is really impressive,” he said. “Training for months, figuring out exactly what that compound looks like, timing it just right — that’s what our special operations units and joint forces do better than anyone in the world.”

Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL, stated the operation reflected the standard for elite U.S. military units, which routinely integrate intelligence gathering, surveillance, and exact execution to achieve strategic objectives. He credited the mission’s success to coordination between special operations forces and broader joint military assets.

The congressman noted his personal ties to the region — including having lived in neighboring Colombia and traveled extensively in Venezuela — but stressed the operation carried symbolic weight for Venezuelans who have fled the country after years of economic collapse and political repression under Maduro’s rule.

Crenshaw acknowledged the mission’s secrecy, saying the lack of leaks underscored both its sensitivity and the professionalism of those involved. “Practically speaking, it has to be kept very close-hold,” he added. “It’s hard to imagine a more sensitive operation.”

The congressman also emphasized that such missions demonstrate America’s continued ability to project power decisively when necessary, particularly in the Western Hemisphere. He argued stability in neighboring countries remains a core U.S. national security interest.

While clarifying the operation did not involve Navy SEALs, Crenshaw congratulated Delta Force personnel for their role in what he called an “awesome op.”

Crenshaw dismissed criticism from some Democrats, asserting elite military actions backed by careful intelligence planning are essential tools of U.S. foreign policy. “What you’re seeing here,” he said, “is exactly what American military excellence looks like when it’s done right.”