Venezuela’s president and his wife have made a rare public appearance in a New York City courtroom, facing new federal charges that allege a conspiracy to commit torture. The indictment, unsealed as part of an ongoing U.S. investigation, accuses them of involvement in serious human rights abuses linked to their government’s security forces. Legal proceedings are expected to focus on evidence tied to alleged abuses against political opponents and activists. The case marks another high-profile legal challenge for the couple amid long-standing international scrutiny of their rule.
Maduro and wife appear in New York City court after new 'conspiracy to commit torture' charges.
