New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly denounced the U.S. military's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, calling it an "act of war" and a violation of international law. Mamdani stated he spoke directly with President Trump to express his opposition. Maduro and his wife are being brought to New York to face federal drug trafficking charges. Mamdani emphasized the impact on New Yorkers, particularly the Venezuelan community, and pledged to monitor the situation for their safety.