Fox News host Pete Hegseth has publicly discussed a recent operation in Venezuela targeting the “Niño Guerrero” gang leader. Hegseth alleged that US military personnel were invited to participate in the operation, drawing comparisons to prior US counterterrorism efforts against organizations like Al Qaeda and ISIS. He described the action as a direct invitation extended to American forces. Details surrounding the operation remain limited, and independent verification of Hegseth’s claims is currently unavailable. The comments have sparked debate regarding potential US involvement in Venezuelan security matters. The operation’s objective was the neutralization of a significant criminal element operating within Venezuela. Hegseth’s statements were reported by EL NACIONAL, a Venezuelan news outlet.