What Happened
Nicolas Maduro asked the judge to dismiss the case by arguing he did not have sufficient personal funds for his legal defense.
Why It Matters
The Trump administration has barred the Venezuelan government from paying the fees.
Background Context
Nicolas Maduro asked the judge to dismiss the case by arguing he did not have sufficient personal funds for his legal defense. The Trump administration has barred the Venezuelan government from paying the fees.
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Source: Deutsche Welle: DW.com – Top Stories – Original Link