Venezuela Passes Amnesty Bill Denounced by Some as ‘Unjust’

The bill may bring the release of hundreds of political prisoners. But many critics say the legislation, passed after major pressure from the Trump administration, raises concerns.

By Max Bearak, Annie Correal, Patricia Sulbarán, Isayen Herrera and Genevieve Glatsky

Venezuela passes law granting amnesty to some political prisoners

Rights groups and opposition figures warn the legislation does not go far enough

Venezuela approves amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners

Venezuela’s National Assembly on Thursday unanimously approved an amnesty law expected to free hundreds of political prisoners, marking a major shift after years of socialist rule. The measure now heads to interim President Delcy Rodríguez, who proposed it following Nicolás Maduro’s removal in a Jan. 3 US raid.

By FRANCE 24