Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife are set to face trial in the United States on drug trafficking charges. The trial is scheduled to begin on June 1, 2027, in a federal court in New York.
Maduro faces four federal counts, including narco-terrorism conspiracy and cocaine-importation conspiracy, as well as two firearms charges related to machine guns and destructive devices. Prosecutors allege that Maduro facilitated the shipment of cocaine into the United States. If convicted, he could receive life imprisonment.
Maduro entered a not guilty plea on January 5, 2026, before a federal judge in the Southern District of New York. His defense team is expected to challenge the indictment and the legality of his capture.
The case also involves Maduro's wife, who faces related charges. The trial is expected to attract significant attention given the high-profile nature of the case and the serious allegations.
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