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Maduro Pleads Not Guilty Amid Heated Court Protest

1/6/2026

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  • Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty to drug and weapon charges at his January 5, 2026 court appearance in New York.
  • A protester confronted Maduro during the appearance.
  • The protester said "you will pay for what you have done."
  • Maduro stated he is a "man of God."
  • The incident reflects polarized opinions surrounding his legal situation and the broader debate on his removal from power.