The United States government announced a historic $50 million reward for information leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed the measure on Thursday, August 7, 2025, calling the president one of the world’s most dangerous drug traffickers and a direct threat to U.S. national security.
Bondi detailed that the decision to double the previous $25 million reward — in effect since January 2025 — responds to a renewed effort to dismantle transnational criminal organizations linked to the Venezuelan regime. Among them he mentioned the Sinaloa Cartel and the Cartel of the Suns, with which Maduro allegedly collaborates to bring lethal drugs and violence into U.S. territory: “Maduro will not escape justice and will be held accountable for his heinous crimes” (WATCH VIDEO HERE).
Background and current accusations
Maduro was formally indicted in March 2020, during Donald Trump’s presidency, for drug trafficking offenses.
As well as conspiracy to commit narco-terrorism and use of firearms in felonies.
Since then, investigations by federal agencies have linked him to massive cocaine shipments and money laundering operations spanning Latin America, the Caribbean and the US.
The Attorney General, Pam Bondi, confirmed the measure
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So far in 2025, the Drug Enforcement Administration(DEA) has seized nearly 30 tons of cocaine linked to its network.
Including almost 7 tons directly linked to Maduro.
In addition, the Department of Justice has seized more than $700 million in assets.
As well as two private jets and nine luxury vehicles associated with its operations.
How to provide information
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The reward is part of the federal Rewards for Justice program administered by the Department of State.
Anyone with specific, verifiable and useful information may contact U.S. authorities through official and secure channels.
It is critical not to attempt investigations on your own or expose yourself to risk.
Only submit evidence such as financial records, cargo manifests, verified communications or corroborative testimony.
All leads are carefully evaluated for credibility and relevance before any payment is approved.
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