GOP Senator Mullin Buys Oil, Defense Stocks Before Maduro Capture

URGENT UPDATE: Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin has disclosed significant stock purchases in Chevron Corporation and RTX Corporation just days before the U.S. operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Financial filings reviewed by Quiver Quantitative reveal that Mullin bought between $15,001 and $50,000 in shares for each company on December 29, 2025, mere days before the high-profile operation on January 3, 2026.

This revelation raises questions about the timing of Mullin’s investments as the U.S. government intensifies its campaign against Maduro’s regime. The senator, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, oversees military policy and national security matters, making these transactions particularly noteworthy.

Chevron’s business is directly impacted by U.S. sanctions and policies regarding Venezuela, while RTX is a leading defense contractor closely tied to military operations. Since Mullin’s stock purchase, Chevron shares have surged approximately 10.1%, and RTX shares have increased by 9.5%, significantly outperforming a largely stagnant S&P 500 during the same timeframe.

In previous interviews, Mullin publicly supported the Trump administration’s escalating actions against Venezuela, asserting that U.S. ground troops would not be deployed. He emphasized the focus on maritime and aerial enforcement, stating, “What we’re trying to do is protect our own shores.”

Mullin also endorsed military strikes on vessels accused of drug trafficking in the Caribbean, downplaying legal concerns. “Why do we care if we take them out in international water?” he remarked during a CNN interview, highlighting the administration’s aggressive posture against threats in the region.

Furthermore, Mullin revealed that the Trump administration extended an opportunity for Maduro to leave Venezuela voluntarily, suggesting destinations like Russia. This pressure campaign aims to compel Maduro and senior regime officials to exit power.

As the story unfolds, the implications of Mullin’s stock purchases and the broader U.S. strategy toward Venezuela are under scrutiny. What happens next could have significant ramifications for U.S. foreign policy and the future of the Venezuelan government.

Stay tuned for more developments on this urgent and evolving situation.