In 2024, he participated in promoting foreign military intervention in Venezuela, and in 2025 he received funding from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.
He had been incarcerated since May 2025.
Written by: La Tabla/Data Journalism Platform, 9 FEB 2026
The Venezuelan Public Ministry reported on Monday that it has filed a request with a court to revoke the precautionary measure of liberty granted to Juan Pablo Guanipa, the former governor of Zulia state and an opposition figure. The request is based on the “failure to comply with the conditions” imposed by the judicial body.
In an official statement, the prosecution clarified that non-compliance with obligations allows the court to revoke the measure and requests that a house arrest regime be imposed instead. The Public Ministry concluded the announcement by invoking the “spirit” of the Democratic Coexistence Program and the Amnesty Law.
After being freed yesterday evening, Guanipa participated in caravans and street protest promotions in Caracas, as can be seen in posts on various channels and social media.
These activities were considered by the Public Ministry as a breach of the conditions imposed by the court for granting the liberty precautionary measure.
Guanipa called for military intervention in Venezuela and received funds from the Hilton Foundation
According to investigations published by LaTablaBlog — a digital platform that has revealed documents regarding the case — Guanipa is said to be linked to a network of individuals and organizations operating from abroad. These accusations, amplified by high-ranking government officials, include two central axes:
1. Promotion of Foreign Intervention: September 2024 reports from LaTablaBlog connect him with promoters of the “Intervention Now” campaign, advocating for foreign military intervention in Venezuela. The investigation points to connections with figures such as Juan Carlos Rincón and Ricardo Fermín, identified as operators of this campaign from Miami and Zulia state.
2. Links with Immigration Services and Funding: The same source details that some of these contacts operate through NGOs like the Organization for the Freedom of Venezuela (OLV) and the Foundation for United Immigrants USA, which focus on immigration management. Additionally, in May 2025, Minister Diosdado Cabello presented evidence of a transfer of **$9,531.97 USD** to Guanipa, reportedly originating from the **Conrad N. Hilton Foundation**. Cabello argued that these funds followed a complex route involving the NGO **Coalition for Venezuela Inc.**, which received $375,000 USD from the same foundation between 2023 and 2025.
The final decision regarding his legal situation now rests with the competent court, which will evaluate the Public Ministry’s request.
