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flag U.S. probes Alex Saab over alleged bribery in Venezuela’s CLAP program post-pardon and release.

flag The U.S. Justice Department is investigating Alex Saab, pardoned by President Biden in 2023, over alleged bribery in Venezuela’s CLAP food program, months after his release in a prisoner swap. flag The probe, focused on contracts for food imports and low-income housing, centers on accusations that Saab secured deals through kickbacks, with legal experts noting new charges may proceed if outside the pardon’s limited scope. flag Saab, once Maduro’s “bag man,” was demoted after Maduro’s ouster in January 2026. flag His current whereabouts are unclear, and neither U.S. nor Venezuelan officials have confirmed recent reports he was detained.

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