Jailed Venezuelan Migrant Influencer Claims He’s Being ‘Persecuted’

Additionally, Moreno might be facing federal firearm charges following his involvement in videos displaying firearms on social media.

Despite this, he maintained he was being unfairly targeted due to his online content, which he intended to fight for using his First Amendment rights.

Prior to his detention, Moreno’s social media accounts encouraged migrants to come to the US and promoted making money through begging on the streets, sparking controversy.

He defended his actions by distinguishing between his on-screen persona and real-life self, stating, “The person who is in my videos, my character, is not the same person as Leonel Moreno.”

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