After Maduro, Who’s Next? Trump’s Remarks Spark Questions About Greenland, Cuba and Colombia

The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces marked a dramatic escalation in American involvement in the Western Hemisphere.

But in the days that followed, attention quickly shifted beyond Venezuela itself. Statements from President Donald Trump and senior members of his administration suggested that the operation may not be an isolated event.

Trump renewed his long-standing calls for U.S. control over Greenland, citing national security concerns and alleging increased activity by Russian and Chinese vessels in the region.

Danish leaders swiftly rejected the proposal, emphasizing that Greenland is not for sale and warning against threats toward a close ally.

At the same time, Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued sharp warnings toward Cuba, alleging Cuban involvement in protecting Maduro and running intelligence operations inside Venezuela.

Trump also turned his attention to Colombia, accusing its government of facilitating cocaine trafficking and suggesting that U.S. action against the country could be considered.

Together, the remarks signaled a potentially broader U.S. posture in the region, prompting renewed debate over how far Washington may be willing to go after Venezuela.