Summary
Rafael Tudares Bracho, the son-in-law of Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez, was released from prison. His release is part of efforts by President Delcy Rodriguez to reduce political prisoner numbers, amid U.S. pressure led by President Trump. Edmundo Gonzalez remains in exile and advocates for the release of other detainees.
Key Facts
- Rafael Tudares Bracho was released from prison in Venezuela.
- He is the son-in-law of opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez.
- Interim President Delcy Rodriguez is reducing the number of political prisoners.
- The U.S., led by President Donald Trump, has pressured Venezuela for these releases.
- Gonzalez ran against Nicolas Maduro in the 2024 presidential election.
- Gonzalez's daughter confirmed Tudares Bracho's release on social media.
- Venezuela's Foro Penal confirms 145 political prisoners have been released, with at least 775 still detained.
- Gonzalez continues to call for the release of other political prisoners from exile.
