Ex-Honduran President Convicted in US Drug Trafficking Case
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Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez was convicted in New York of conspiring with drug traffickers and using his power to enable tons of cocaine to enter the U.S. He faces a mandatory minimum of 40 years in prison and a potential maximum of life. The verdict was celebrated by opponents outside the courthouse, and Hernandez plans to appeal. U.S. prosecutors accused him of taking bribes and working with drug traffickers since 2004, while Hernandez denied accepting bribes and portrayed himself as a champion in the war on drugs. His brother is already serving a life sentence for drug charges.
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