Ex-Congressman Rivera on Trial for Venezuela Lobbying
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Former U.S. congressman David Rivera stands trial in Miami, accused of illegally lobbying for Venezuelas Maduro regime. Prosecutors allege he pocketed $20 million from Venezuelan state companies in 2017, without registering as a foreign agent. Rivera, a Republican, arranged meetings between Venezuelan officials and U.S. lawmakers, with payments coming through a consulting deal with Citgo. Rivera and co-defendant Esther Nuhfer plead not guilty to ten counts, including money laundering conspiracy. The trial, which may feature testimony from former ally Marco Rubio, could shed light on efforts to influence U.S. policy during Trumps early days in office.
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