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September 4, 2026
Trump Administration Ends Criminal Probe into Venezuelan Businessman
- Federal prosecutors in Miami closed the investigation into Alejandro Betancourt, who faced allegations of money laundering.
- The decision follows efforts by Trump officials to involve Betancourt in a new oil deal with Venezuela.
- Betancourt has not been charged with any crimes and has been cleared for travel to the U.S. to facilitate negotiations.
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- Trump administration quietly closes criminal probe into Venezuela businessman amid oil dealSep 4, 2026 at 6:34 PM · CNN
- Controversy swirls around Trump's Venezuela business partnerSep 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM · The Hill