Donald Trump stated that the capture of Nicolás Maduro in Caracas on January 3, 2026, was achieved thanks to a secret device called "The Discombobulator" —a device that, according to him, disoriented Venezuelan forces— and also spoke of a "sonic" weapon exclusive to the U.S. military.
Key details of the revelation
Operation date: January 3, 2026, in Caracas, Venezuela.
Operation name: Absolute Resolution.
Weapon mentioned:
The Discombobulator ("El Desconcertante"), described as a device that generates confusion and disorientation.
A secret sonic weapon, which Trump claims "nobody else has" and which would have incapacitated enemy equipment.
Reported effects: explosions and strange sounds in Caracas, which left Venezuelan military forces perplexed.
Context and repercussions
International politics: The revelation has caused shock in the region, as it involves a direct military operation against a sitting head of state.
Ambiguity: Trump did not provide verifiable technical details about the weapon, raising doubts about whether it is a real device, a propaganda resource, or a mix of both.
Narrative impact: The use of terms like "Discombobulator" reinforces a theatrical and propagandistic tone, rather than a technical one.
Risks and considerations
Credibility: There is no independent evidence confirming the existence or functioning of these weapons.
Geopolitics: The operation could escalate tensions between the U.S. and Maduro's allies, such as Russia or Iran.
Public narrative: Trump emphasizes the "exclusivity" of these weapons to reinforce the image of U.S. military power.
In summary, Trump presented two versions of the "secret weapon": a disorientation device (The Discombobulator) and a sonic weapon**, both described as decisive in the capture of Maduro, although without verifiable technical evidence.
