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news France 24 En 2026-04-24

US Soldier Charged for Profiting from Maduro Bet Using Classified Info

A US Special Forces soldier has been charged with multiple crimes, including wire fraud, after allegedly using classified information to place large bets on the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. The soldier reportedly profited over $400,000 from wagers tied to the outcome of the sensitive military operation.

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