Attorney Frandley Denis Julien has analyzed the decision made by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to sanction former Haitian President Michel Joseph Martelly for drug trafficking. Speaking on Wednesday, August 21, 2025, the lawyer argued that if the United States does not pursue criminal charges against Martelly, they risk losing a significant amount of credibility.

"The sanctions imposed by the United States on former Haitian President Michel Joseph Martelly are a major test of credibility for the U.S. itself. Can someone be accused without being given the opportunity to defend themselves in court? This is also a significant test for the Haitian government, which claims to be breaking away from certain practices. What will the government do? Will an investigation be launched to shed light on this matter?" Attorney Frandley Denis Julien asked during the Panel Magik program.