Trump Wants to ‘Take Cuba.’ These Cubans Have Thoughts.
The article explores the perspectives of Cuban residents regarding U.S. President Trump's intentions towards Cuba. Many Cubans express skepticism about the effectiveness of U.S. policies and the long-standing embargo. Despite the hardships faced, some individuals still hope for a better relationship with the American people.
- ▪Cuba is experiencing severe economic difficulties due to a U.S. trade embargo and fuel import restrictions.
- ▪The Trump administration's approach is seen by some Cubans as a continuation of a failed policy that has not succeeded in overthrowing the government.
- ▪While many Cubans are critical of U.S. government actions, they express a desire for positive relations with American citizens.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.nytimes.com/video/opinion/editorials/100000010926338/trump-wants-to-take-cuba-these-cubans-have-thoughts.html |
| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 13:48:42 +0000 |
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new video loaded: Trump Wants to ‘Take Cuba.’ These Cubans Have Thoughts.transcriptBacktranscriptTrump Wants to ‘Take Cuba.’ These Cubans Have Thoughts.A filmmaker asks residents of the embattled island what they would say to the U.S. president.Things in Cuba have gotten really, really bad. I do believe I’ll be having the honor of taking Cuba. The United States has imposed a punishing full trade embargo on Cuba since — — and now the Trump administration is doubling down by putting another embargo on top of that embargo. For months now, the U.S. has blocked fuel imports. Whole Cuba is in a blackout. That has pushed this island of 11 million people to the brink of societal collapse. And it’s on purpose. Jeff. Nice to meet you. That’s me, Jeff Seal, a video journalist and comedian.
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