The Venezuelan deputy Nicolás Maduro Guerra, son of the former president in custody, declared on Saturday that he will not rest until he sees his father and first lady Cilia Flores return to Venezuelan territory, repeating the message after nine months of his capture.
In his post, the deputy recalled that the capture occurred nine months ago and said he has the support of Caracas residents, who, according to him, share the intention of not resting until their return. The U.S. prosecutor’s office, which is handling the case in New York City, has requested that the proceedings continue immediately, according to the lawyer present at the statement, Nizar El Fakih. Prosecutors argue that Washington does not recognize Maduro or Flores as legitimate presidents after the 2018 elections, so the charges are presented as ordinary crimes rather than acts of state, thereby denying any diplomatic immunity.
The defense of Cilia Flores has requested her release on bail, alleging that her health has deteriorated during detention, and continues to press for her repatriation. The joint trial against the couple is scheduled to begin on June 1, 2027, according to available information about the judicial process.
