Maduro, wife head to court as Trump pushes for ‘total access’ to Venezuela

Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife are set to face a U.S. judge Monday. Prosecutors accuse them of narco-terrorism, conspiracy and gun crimes, marking a dramatic turn for a man who once held absolute power. Plus, President Donald Trump says the U.S. is now in charge in Caracas. But Secretary of State Marco Rubio quickly tried to soften that, framing it as pressure rather than control. And a sharp warning from Europe. Denmark’s prime minister is pushing back on U.S. talk of taking over Greenland, saying the territory is not up for grabs. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, January 5, 2026.