Venezuela plans to free 300 people including some whose detentions are considered politically based

Venezuela’s government plans to release 300 detainees this week, some held for political reasons. National Assembly president Jorge Rodríguez announced the releases Tuesday in Caracas.

Venezuela to free 300 prisoners this week, top lawmaker says

May 19 (Reuters) - The head of Venezuela's National Assembly, Jorge Rodriguez, on Tuesday said that 300 prisoners will be released from jail between Monday and Friday. The group is set to include ...