Nicolás Maduro's wife, Cilia Flores, is requesting house arrest in New York, citing health problems. Her lawyers presented this demand in a United States court, where she faces drug trafficking-related charges.
The defense lawyers stated that Cilia Flores suffers from medical conditions that require appropriate treatment and that house arrest would be the most appropriate solution for her health situation. The defense proposed that any transfer costs be covered by Flores herself.
As part of the conditions to ensure she will remain in custody, the lawyers proposed the retention of Cilia Flores's passport. This measure aims to ensure that she will not attempt to flee or leave the country while awaiting the outcome of the legal proceedings.
Cilia Flores is in the United States to face the charges against her, related to alleged drug trafficking activities. The case has attracted international attention, considering Maduro's role as president of Venezuela and Cilia Flores's position as a prominent political figure in the country.
