Event Brief
Trump ally testifies in Venezuela lobbying trial
Filed: Apr 02, 2026 at 8:04 AM ET
Summary: A lobbyist cut ties with David Rivera after learning of his $50M contract with Venezuela, revealing covert lobbying efforts.
WHO: Brian Ballard
WHAT: Testified in trial regarding secret lobbying efforts for Venezuela
WHEN: Apr 01, 2026 at 5:59 PM ET
WHERE: Miami
WHY: Learned of Rivera's $50M contract with Venezuela's government
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