Venezuela Names New Prosecutor, Devoe
The Venezuelan government named Larry Devoe as the new prosecutor general. This follows the resignation of Tarek William Saab. Devoe will oversee court cases, including those involving the opposition.
Delcy Rodríguez, the Venezuelan president, made the appointment through the Citizen Power Evaluation Committee. Larry Devoe will be in charge of federal court cases. This includes cases related to the opposition. Tarek William Saab previously held the position and resigned after Nicolás Maduro’s arrest. The government believes this change will affect legal policy in Venezuela.
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Highlights
New Prosecutor Appointed in Venezuela
Delcy Rodríguez appointed Larry Devoe as the new Attorney General.
Devoe Will Oversee Court Cases
Larry Devoe will oversee federal court cases, including those involving the opposition.
Appointment by Citizen Committee
The appointment was made by the Citizen Power Evaluation Committee.
Follows Saab's Resignation
This follows the resignation of the previous prosecutor, Tarek William Saab.
Linked to Maduro's Arrest
The appointment follows the arrest of Nicolás Maduro.