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Cuban Citizen Expresses Support for Marco Rubio Amid Economic Crisis

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Key Points
  • A Havana resident expressed support for U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to become president of Cuba.
  • The statement comes amid criticism of Cuba's government handling of an economic crisis and U.S. restrictions on fuel imports.
  • Most Havana residents reportedly distrust former President Donald Trump's motives regarding Cuba policy.

S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to become president of Cuba, according to a report from Sveriges Radio. S.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly sees an opportunity for political change in Cuba after Washington stopped the country's ability to import fuel. Criticism of how the Cuban government has handled the economic crisis is widespread in Havana, according to the report. Most residents reportedly distrust former President Donald Trump's motives for repeatedly threatening to take over the island nation.

For my part, Marco Rubio can become president here and fix everything.

Maria Elena, resident of Havana

The report indicates growing frustration among Cubans with their government's economic management amid ongoing tensions with the United States.

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