U.S. Cyber Nominee to Face Questions on Venezuela Power Grid Attack

U.S. senators will question a key military nominee this week about a precise cyberattack on Venezuela's power grid. President Trump's pick to lead U.S. Cyber Command, Lieutenant General Joshua M. Rudd, is expected to face inquiries. Senators will ask about a mission that cut electricity in Caracas, Venezuela's capital. The 2019 cyber operation demonstrated advanced U.S. capabilities. It disabled systems controlling Venezuela's electrical infrastructure with high accuracy. The hearing will focus on the mission's details and its implications. This line of questioning highlights growing congressional interest in offensive cyber tactics.