World · October 23, 2026
Trump Says US Will ‘Take Care of Cuba’ After Iran

At a midterm campaign rally in Florida on October 23, 2026, President Donald Trump stated that the United States would 'take care of Cuba' following military operations regarding Iran. These remarks were made in the context of an ongoing eight-month naval standoff in the Middle East. Following the President's comments, Secretary of State Marco Rubio encouraged those seeking change in Cuba to partner with the CIA.
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Reported across the spectrum
- President Trump held a midterm campaign rally in Florida on October 23, 2026.
- Trump used the phrase 'take care of Cuba' in response to an audience member's question.
- The comments occurred during an ongoing eight-month naval buildup and standoff with Iran.
- Trump characterized potential action in Cuba as a 'stopover' for warships returning from the Middle East.
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- Secretary of State Marco Rubio called for those seeking 'positive change in Cuba' to partner with the CIA.
- Trump touted previous military investments and 2026 operations in Venezuela and Cuba.
- The Cuban leader Miguel Diaz-Canel previously led rallies in Havana to protest U.S. policies.
Left-leaning outlets tend to emphasize…
Right-leaning outlets tend to emphasize…
highlight the potential for military intervention and emphasize the connection to regime change efforts involving the CIA
Centrist outlets tend to focus on…
focus on the logistical context of the President's remarks and his specific phrasing regarding naval deployments
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