Nicolas Maduro asserts presidency in US court hearing
January 5, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Appears in US Court
Nicolas Maduro, the President of Venezuela, appeared before a US court in New York on [date]. During the hearing, Maduro stated that he is still the president of his country.
Maduro made this declaration as part of his response to allegations made against him. The Venezuelan leader was taken into custody by US military personnel earlier this week.
According to reports, Maduro’s statement was made in a court setting, where he addressed the allegations against him directly. He maintained that he is a decent person and reiterated his position as President of Venezuela.
The details of the hearing are not yet clear, but it is reported that Maduro’s appearance before the US court is part of an ongoing investigation into his alleged involvement with organized crime groups.
It is worth noting that Maduro has been at odds with the US government over various issues, including human rights concerns and allegations of corruption. The Venezuelan leader has consistently maintained his innocence in relation to these allegations.
The exact nature of the charges against Maduro remains unclear, but it is reported that he will face further proceedings in the coming days.
Source: Al Jazeera