Cuban entrepreneur and influencer Sandro Castro has once again stirred controversy with his recent Instagram post addressing the capture of former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro. In the post, he directs a request to President Donald Trump.
"Regarding President Donald Trump of the United States, I speak to you with great respect. If you are going to hold a trial for former president Nicolás Maduro, do it in a tangible way. Show the evidence you have of drug trafficking, the kind that people often wonder about—where these accusations originate," Sandro stated.
He also urged Trump to ensure that Maduro's trial is "tangible and fair, so that no injustice is ever committed." His remarks quickly ignited a wave of reactions online.
Many users criticized Sandro for demanding transparency from the United States while remaining silent about the opaque judicial processes under the Cuban regime. They pointed to cases like that of former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil, whose trial was conducted in complete secrecy without the government providing any public evidence of the corruption and espionage charges.
Comments on his post centered on questioning the "lack of coherence" from the grandson of the late dictator, highlighting the privileges Sandro Castro enjoys in Cuba, juxtaposed with the oppression faced by Cubans advocating for rights or political transparency.
The "Vampirash" concluded his message with a call for peace: "I love you all, I ask for peace, love, and no to war," yet the controversy was already in full swing.
While some followers praised his conciliatory tone, most comments on his post insisted he also speak out about the lack of freedoms in Cuba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandro Castro's Controversial Post
What did Sandro Castro say about Nicolás Maduro's trial?
Sandro Castro requested that President Donald Trump ensure a tangible and fair trial for former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, urging transparency and evidence presentation.
How did social media react to Sandro Castro's statement?
Social media users criticized Sandro for his demands on the U.S. while ignoring the lack of transparency in Cuba's judicial system, highlighting his privileged status in contrast to the oppression of other Cubans.