Secretary of State Marco Rubio whispers to President Donald Trump during a roundtable meeting on antifa in the State Dining Room at the White House, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
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Trump Suggests Rubio as Cuba's President, Warns Havana to 'Make a Deal'

  • Donald Trump suggested Marco Rubio as Cuba's president, stating, "Sounds good to me!", though it's not official US policy.
  • The comment comes amid strained US-Latin America relations, following a military operation in Venezuela last week.
  • Trump also warned Cuba about its economic woes and reliance on Venezuelan oil, claiming it's close to collapse.
  • He urged Cuba to "make a deal" with Washington, threatening to cut off oil and money from Venezuela.
  • Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez rejected Trump's claims, denying receiving money for security services and accusing the US of criminal behavior.

Why It Matters: Trump suggests Marco Rubio for Cuba's presidency and warns Havana to negotiate amidst rising regional tensions.

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