In Palm Beach, Florida, former President Donald Trump's motorcade slowed its pace as it passed by demonstrators calling for freedom in Cuba.
Mary Margaret Olohan, a White House correspondent for The Daily Wire, noted on X that, "President Trump's motorcade passes by supporters and protesters chanting 'Freedom for Cuba!' The motorcade slightly reduced speed as it went by," capturing the event from within her vehicle.
This week, Trump, speaking from the White House, labeled Cuba as a "failed nation" and suggested he could assume control of the island. "If I liberate it, I take it. I believe I can do whatever I want with it," he declared last Monday. He went on to depict the country as lacking resources: "They have no money, no oil, nothing."
Political Reactions and Economic Critiques
The subsequent day, Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that Cuba's economy "doesn't work" and has only endured through foreign subsidies.
"They need to bring in new leadership. Drastic changes are necessary," Rubio stated, advocating for significant shifts in the country's governance. Meanwhile, Trump affirmed support for ongoing discussions and promised that something significant would happen "very soon" regarding Cuba.
In response, Miguel Díaz-Canel countered with a statement accusing the United States of nearly daily threats to overthrow Cuba's constitutional order.
Frequently Asked Questions about U.S. and Cuba Relations
What did Trump say about Cuba being a "failed nation"?
Trump described Cuba as a "failed nation" and suggested he could take control of it, claiming it lacks resources like money and oil.
How did Marco Rubio describe Cuba's economy?
Marco Rubio stated that the Cuban economy "doesn't work" and has been sustained by external subsidies. He called for new leadership and drastic changes.
What was Miguel Díaz-Canel's response to the U.S.?
Miguel Díaz-Canel accused the United States of making nearly daily threats to undermine Cuba's constitutional order in response to recent U.S. statements.