Columbus Protest Highlights Growing Concern Over Trump’s Venezuela Intervention
Columbus Residents Protest U.S. Action in Venezuela
Protesters gathered Sunday at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus to oppose what they describe as a dangerous escalation of U.S. involvement overseas, following President Donald Trump’s announcement that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had been captured.
The demonstration came just one day after the announcement, sparking sharp reactions from both critics and supporters of the move. Protesters voiced strong opposition to any potential military conflict with Venezuela, calling the action an unlawful intervention that bypasses democratic and congressional oversight.
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“The past year alone has been overwhelming,” said protester Michael Todd. “It feels like democracy is being pushed to the brink.”
Todd said the news left him stunned, questioning how such a decision could be made unilaterally. Demonstrators argued that military force against a sovereign nation sets a dangerous precedent and risks unnecessary loss of life.
The protest was organized by the advocacy group 50501, which mobilized supporters for an emergency day of action. The group is urging Congress to pass a resolution preventing further military action in Venezuela.
“I think it’s critical that the administration understands that most Americans do not support a war in Venezuela,” said protester Olivia Rowland. “Public pressure matters, and if enough people speak out, policy can change.”
Organizers framed the demonstration as part of a broader anti-war movement, rejecting claims that the operation was driven by democracy or drug enforcement concerns. Instead, they argued it was motivated by geopolitical control and oil interests.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration defended the strike, stating it was intended to curb the flow of dangerous drugs into the United States. President Trump also highlighted potential strategic benefits, including increased influence over Venezuela’s oil sector.
Reactions within the Venezuelan community in Columbus were mixed. Martin Soto, who was born and raised in Venezuela and has lived in Columbus for several years, said the capture of Maduro represents long-awaited accountability for many Venezuelans.
“It’s an emotional moment,” Soto said. “No one wants violence or conflict, but for many people, this feels like the only path left after years of suffering.”
While some Venezuelans condemned the move as foreign interference, others celebrated it as the possible end of a long-standing dictatorship and an opportunity for political change.
As protests continue in Columbus, demonstrators say they will persist until U.S. military actions cease, while supporters of the intervention view Maduro’s removal as a potential first step toward a more democratic Venezuela.
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