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Defiant Maduro declares he is a 'prisoner of war' in first US court appearance

Nicolás Maduro made a defiant appearance in a New York federal court, asserting he is a 'prisoner of war' following his capture during a U. S. military operation. During the hearing, he maintained his claim to the presidency of Venezuela and described his detention as a kidnapping.

Defiant Maduro declares he is a 'prisoner of war' in first US court appearance

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Key Highlights

  • Maduro pleaded not guilty to federal drug and gun charges.
  • He claimed to be kidnapped and referred to himself as a 'prisoner of war.'.
  • Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as Venezuela's interim president during Maduro's trial.
  • The court hearing was marked by the sound of clanking leg shackles as Maduro entered.
  • Maduro's defense attorney is Barry Pollack, a prominent lawyer.
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Sources

  1. 'I'm a prisoner of war' - In the room for Maduro's dramatic court hearing
  2. Delcy Rodrguez Sworn In As Venezuela's Interim President Amid Maduro Trial
  3. View from the courtroom for Maduro's first appearance
  4. Defiant Maduro declares he is a 'prisoner of war' in first US court appearance

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