Ecuador. Former presidential candidate arrested for money laundering

Luisa González, former presidential candidate in Ecuador, was arrested for alleged money laundering just weeks before local elections. Her detention is linked to the "Labirinto" case, involving accusations of campaign finance irregularities. González's campaign allegedly received illicit funds from Venezuela, directed by former president Rafael Correa. She is currently in police custody awaiting a judicial hearing to determine her legal status. González claims the charges are politically motivated and reflects on the state of freedoms in Ecuador under President Daniel Noboa.