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Judge Denies Bail for Ex Rep David Rivera Convicted in Venezuela Lobbying Case
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AI-generatedA federal judge in Miami denied former U.S. Representative David Rivera's request for bond, meaning he will remain incarcerated before his sentencing date. The ruling stated that Rivera failed to provide clear and convincing evidence that he would not flee the country. He was convicted alongside Esther Nuhfer of illegally lobbying for Venezuela and related financial crimes.
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- Judge Melissa Damian ruled on Thursday that former Rep. David Rivera cannot be released on bond pending sentencing.
- The judge cited that Rivera did not meet his burden of proving he was not a flight risk, despite community support.
- Rivera and Esther Nuhfer were convicted for illegally lobbying the Venezuelan government and failing to register as foreign agents.
- Their convictions also included conspiring to commit money laundering related to a $50 million consulting contract.
- Rivera is now scheduled to remain in federal custody, facing potential sentencing of up to ten years.
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