Nicolás Maduro has remained in U.S. federal custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his capture by American forces on January 3, 2026, during a military operation in Caracas. He and his wife face federal charges including narco-terrorism and drug trafficking, with both having pleaded not guilty in initial court appearances. Acting Venezuelan authorities have continued to demand his immediate release, while diplomatic statements from countries including China and Belarus have called for his return. Key factors influencing any potential release include the pace of his ongoing trial in the Southern District of New York, possible plea negotiations, shifts in U.S. policy under the current administration, and broader diplomatic efforts to stabilize Venezuela. No trial date has been publicly confirmed, leaving the timeline for resolution uncertain.