The US Department of Homeland Security confirmed that Cilia Flores, the First Lady of Venezuela, was granted temporary parole to enter the United States in January. This permission allows Flores to participate in ongoing criminal proceedings. The details of the criminal case have not been disclosed, but her presence is required for the legal process. The US authorities granted this access despite ongoing political tensions between Washington and Caracas. This represents an unusual step, allowing a high-profile figure from Venezuela into the country for judicial matters. The Department indicated this was a limited and specific allowance for participation in the proceedings. Flores’s entry and participation are expected to conclude after the completion of the required legal obligations.