The case of the deposed Venezuelan president and his wife, who were arrested in Caracas on January 3 by American forces and charged with weapons and drugs possession, is scheduled to be heard by a New York judge on June 1, 2027. The pretrial motions will take place on November 17, with the defense lawyer for Maduro stating that he intends to make the plea of sovereign immunity. The proceedings were widely attended, causing differing opinions from different groups of people outside.