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Maduro Faces Drug Charges Again Amid Legal Fund Dispute

3/26/2026

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Nicolás Maduro, the deposed Venezuelan president, will appear in a New York court for a second time on drug-trafficking charges.
He and his wife, Cilia Flores, face accusations of facilitating cocaine smuggling.
Maduro says the U.S. is blocking Venezuelan funds for his legal fees, violating his rights.
The hearing will address procedural matters, with no trial date set.
Vice President Delcy Rodríguez distances the government from Maduro's legacy.

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Story summary

Nicolás Maduro, the deposed Venezuelan president, will appear in a New York court for a second time on drug-trafficking charges.
He and his wife, Cilia Flores, face accusations of facilitating cocaine smuggling.
Maduro says the U.S. is blocking Venezuelan funds for his legal fees, violating his rights.
The hearing will address procedural matters, with no trial date set.
Vice President Delcy Rodríguez distances the government from Maduro's legacy.