"CARACAS, Venezuela Venezuela's acting president on Thursday signed into law an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others, effectively acknowledging that the government has held hundreds of people in prison for political motivations. The approval marks a stark turn for the South American nation, whose authorities have for decades denied holding any political prisoners. It is the latest policy reversal following last month's stunning U.S. military raid in the country's capital, Caracas, to capture then-President Nicolas Maduro."
"Acting President Delcy Rodriguez, who proposed the bill late last month, signed the measure into law hours after it was approved by the country's legislature. She said during the signing that it showed that the country's political leaders were "letting go of a little intolerance and opening new avenues for politics in Venezuela." The measure is expected to benefit opposition members, activists, human rights defenders, journalists and many others who were targeted by the ruling party."
Venezuela's acting president signed an amnesty law that could lead to release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others held for political reasons. The law acknowledges hundreds have been imprisoned for political motivations and marks a major policy reversal after decades of denying political prisoners. The move follows a U.S. military raid in Caracas and recent compliance with directives from the U.S. administration. The amnesty covers crimes or offenses committed during politically driven conflicts since 1999, including acts related to the 2024 presidential election. More than 2,000 people, including minors, were arrested after that election; debate stalled over eligibility for those who fled the country.
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