The Republican congressman Carlos Giménez has intensified his rhetoric against the Cuban regime by publicly joining a campaign that demands a complete severance of economic, familial, and diplomatic ties with Havana, under the slogan: “Zero remittances, zero travel, zero dialogue”.
“We join this initiative of zero remittances, zero travel, and zero dialogue with the murderous dictatorship that tramples and represses our people from #Cuba. We are working to cut off all flows of dollars to the regime and its accomplices. #PatriaYVida,” Giménez wrote on his official X (formerly Twitter) account this Saturday.
The legislator's statement was accompanied by a graphic poster that is widely circulating on social media, featuring an aesthetic reminiscent of Cold War propaganda.
The image features iconic symbols of the Cuban imagination, such as a classic car, an airplane, and a portrait of José Martí, along with a map of Cuba and striking phrases that summarize the spirit of the campaign.
Giménez's message is not isolated. This week he also issued a direct warning to the Cuban regime through another message shared on X.
"You have been warned: the consequences are coming," declared the congressman, without providing details but hinting that new measures against Havana from the United States Congress are on the horizon.
Days earlier, the congressman himself insisted on the need to cut off remittances, family travel, and all types of relations with the Cuban dictatorship, reiterating that one cannot "negotiate with those who oppress, imprison, and kill."
"While that money continues to flow, the regime will remain strengthened," he remarked on that occasion. "What the Cuban people need is not oxygen for their oppressor, but solidarity with their struggle for freedom."
Carlos Giménez represents District 28 of Florida, a constituency with a significant presence of the Cuban-American electorate. Since arriving in Congress, he has advocated a hardline stance toward Cuba, aligning himself with the more conservative positions of the exile community and seeking to influence the U.S. foreign policy agenda, particularly since the return of President Donald Trump to the White House.
Frequently Asked Questions about Carlos Giménez's proposal to cut remittances and trips to Cuba
What does Carlos Giménez propose regarding remittances and travel to Cuba?
Carlos Giménez proposes suspending all flights and remittances from the United States to Cuba, as part of a strategy to economically suffocate the Cuban regime. He believes that the resources coming from these actions strengthen the island's government and prolong the oppression of the Cuban people.
What is the objective of cutting remittances and travel to Cuba according to Giménez?
The declared objective of Giménez is to weaken the Cuban regime by cutting off its sources of income, which he claims are used to sustain its repressive capacity. He believes that without this "financial oxygen," the Cuban government will be more vulnerable to collapse, thereby allowing a shift towards democracy and freedom on the island.
What criticisms does Giménez's proposal to cut remittances and travel to Cuba face?
Giménez's proposal has generated criticism for potentially increasing the suffering of the Cuban people, who depend on remittances for their survival. It is also warned that it could negatively impact local businesses in the United States that rely on travel services to Cuba, without necessarily achieving concrete changes in the Cuban regime.
What actions has Carlos Giménez taken to implement his proposal against the Cuban regime?
Giménez has sent letters to the Department of the Treasury and to the Trump Administration requesting the suspension of flights and remittances to Cuba. Additionally, he has advocated for the deportation of former officials of the Cuban regime in the U.S. and has called for sanctions against countries that benefit from Cuban medical missions. These actions are part of a broader strategy to pressure the Cuban regime.
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