Too old? The 92-year-old US judge handling Maduro case

But as one of the oldest US federal judges -- born in 1933 -- some are unsure he is best suited to preside over what could be a prolonged trial for Maduro on drug trafficking charges......

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The US judge presiding over the case against deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro is 92-year-old Alvin Hellerstein, whose age is sparking debate about his fitness for a potentially lengthy trial.

Alvin Hellerstein, born in 1933, is overseeing the drug trafficking charges against Maduro.
He has a history of handling high-profile cases, including the civil suits from the September 11, 2001 terror attacks and challenging the Trump administration.
Concerns about his age have been raised, with a former judge noting the case could extend to when he is 93 or 94, though she also praised his sharp legal mind.

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