Nicolás Maduro has remained in U.S. federal custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his January 2026 capture by U.S. forces during Operation Absolute Resolve, facing narco-terrorism and cocaine importation charges alongside his wife Cilia Flores. Defense counsel has moved to dismiss the case on head-of-state immunity grounds, with a key hearing set for November 17, 2026, ahead of the June 2027 trial date. Recent filings include requests for home confinement for Flores citing health concerns, while Venezuelan interim authorities under Delcy Rodríguez pursue talks with the opposition and the U.S. over political transition and elections. Trader consensus on any release timeline reflects these ongoing legal motions, potential diplomatic negotiations, and scheduled court milestones rather than immediate resolution.