In January, former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured by U.S. forces and brought to New York, where they face drug trafficking charges. They have pleaded not guilty and are seeking to dismiss the indictment, claiming immunity as a foreign leader and first lady. Their trial is scheduled for June 1, with oral arguments on motions to dismiss set for November 17.
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