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Maduro and Wife Request Dismissal of Drug Trafficking Charges Based on Sovereign Immunity

Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores have filed a motion in federal court to dismiss drug trafficking charges against them, citing claims of sovereign immunity. The indictment includes charges of narco-terrorism conspiracy and cocaine importation conspiracy, among others. Maduro's legal team argues that the U.S. lacks jurisdiction over the case due to the nature of the alleged offenses.

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Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores have filed a motion in federal court to dismiss drug trafficking charges against them, citing claims of sovereign immunity. The indictment includes charges of narco-terrorism conspiracy and cocaine importation conspiracy, among others. Maduro's legal team argues that the U.S. lacks jurisdiction over the case due to the nature of the alleged offenses.

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Maduro claims immunity, asks judge to dismiss drug-trafficking charges against him and his wife

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Maduro and Wife Request Dismissal of Drug Trafficking Charges Based on Sovereign Immunity