The president said he has not ruled out putting U.S. forces on the ground but signaled for a second day running that he could be open to talking to Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela’s leader.

The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in the Caribbean Sea in a display of American military power.

The latest: President Donald Trump told reporters today that he will not rule out putting boots on the ground in Venezuela as part of his military anti-narcotics mission. A judge said the Department of Justice committed potential misconduct in the Comey case. Trump reversed his stance on the House vote on the Epstein files.

Former National Security advisor to Trump, Amb. John Bolton, speaks with CNN News Central’s Kate Bolduan about new escalation with Venezuela and if the President could be on the brink of launching military action against Maduro.

Three people were killed, according to the military's announcement, which didn't provide evidence that the boat was transporting drugs.