On January 5, 2026, Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty in a New York courtroom. During the proceedings, he described himself as a “decent man” who was “captured.”
Maduro"s legal representation includes U.S. attorney Barry Pollack, who has been hired to defend him in this federal case. For more details on his legal team, see our previous reports.
This case marks a significant moment in the ongoing legal challenges faced by the Venezuelan leader. Further updates are expected as the case progresses.
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