Summary
David Rivera, a former U.S. congressman from Florida, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for secretly working as a lobbyist for the Venezuelan government during President Trump's first term. A jury found him guilty of not registering as a foreign agent and money laundering, and his properties were ordered to be forfeited.Key Facts
- Rivera worked secretly for Venezuela’s government from 2017 to 2018, trying to influence U.S. policy.
- He did not register as a foreign agent, which is required by law when working for a foreign government.
- Rivera was convicted on all counts after a seven-week trial and sentenced to 10 years in prison.
- Prosecutors said Rivera’s actions betrayed the South Florida community, many of whom fled Venezuela’s communist regime.
- Rivera’s company had a $50 million contract linked to Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA.
- Political consultant Esther Nuhfer was also found guilty in connection with this case.
- Rivera used encrypted messages and code words to communicate about his activities.
- Properties owned by Rivera in Florida will be taken by the government as part of the penalties.
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