Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro asserts immunity, urges US judge to dismiss charges
- Posted on September 3, 2026
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Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro asserts immunity, urges US judge to dismiss charges
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro seeks dismissal of drug charges. He argues for head-of-state immunity from prosecution in a U.S. court. Maduro's legal team asserts his actions were official duties. This case tests U.S. courts' application of international law. A hearing on the dismissal effort is scheduled for November 17.
