Delcy Rodríguez Signs Amnesty Law to Release Venezuelan Prisoners

Interim President Delcy Rodríguez signed a historic amnesty law in Venezuela after the National Assembly approved the measure following the capture of Nicolás Maduro by the USA military.The legislation aims to release hundreds of political prisoners and activists held since 1999, though it excludes those involved in corruption, drug trafficking, or crimes against humanity.Rights groups such as Foro Penal report that 448 people have been freed so far, but more than 600 individuals remain in custody as the government repurposes the El Helicoide facility.National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez characterized the measure as a cornerstone for national unity while opposition leader María Corina Machado attributed the proposal to pressure from the USA.