Hugo Chavez Receives Medical Treatment in Cuba

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Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has been in Cuba since June 10th after receiving treatment for a mysterious illness. Rumors are flying as to what is ailing Chavez. Anchor Lisa Mullins gets the latest from the BBC’s Michael Voss in Havana.

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