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Venezuelan official Alex Saab, a close ally of former President Nicolas Maduro, has reportedly been deported to the United States, according to Venezuela’s migration agency SAIME. The move marks another major development in the ongoing U.S. investigation into corruption and narcoterrorism allegations tied to Venezuela’s former leadership.
Saab, a Colombian-Venezuelan businessman known for his strong political connections within the Maduro administration, was arrested in Caracas in February during a coordinated operation involving both U.S. and Venezuelan authorities. His detention came just weeks after Nicolas Maduro was captured in Caracas by U.S. special forces, signaling increasing cooperation between the two countries under acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez.
The 54-year-old businessman has long been a controversial figure in international politics and finance. Saab was first detained in Cape Verde in 2020 following accusations related to bribery and money laundering. He was later extradited to the United States, where he faced federal charges. However, in 2023, Saab received clemency as part of a diplomatic agreement that secured the release of several Americans detained in Venezuela.
Legal experts and sources familiar with the investigation believe Saab may possess valuable information that could strengthen U.S. criminal cases against Maduro and other senior officials. Prosecutors are reportedly interested in uncovering details about alleged corruption networks, illicit financial operations, and narcotics-related activities connected to Venezuela’s former government.
Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were transferred to New York earlier this year to face charges including conspiracy to commit narcoterrorism. Both have denied all accusations.
Saab previously lived in Italy with his wife, according to Italian attorney Luigi Giuliano, who stated he is not involved in Saab’s current U.S. legal matters. Another legal representative for Saab has not publicly commented on the reported deportation.
