The Trump administration’s economic policies toward Cuba are drawing sharp criticism from the Cuban American community ahead of the midterm elections, as tensions over trade and sanctions resurface. Long-standing concerns about restrictions on business and travel have reignited debates over how U.S. policy impacts both Cuban Americans and the island’s economy. With midterms approaching, the issue is positioning itself as a key flashpoint between political factions. Supporters and critics alike are weighing in on whether the current approach aligns with broader goals for engagement or isolation.


In the run-up to the midterms, the Trump administration’s business approach to Cuba is not sitting well with the Cuban American community.