President Trump has confirmed that the United States is in direct talks with Cuba, and he's hopeful, even optimistic, about striking a solid deal. This comes straight from his comments to reporters, picked up by Fox News in their video clip titled "NEW: Trump confirms talks with Cuba, hopeful he will strike deal." Regular Americans know President Trump doesn't mess around when it comes to dealing with communist regimes that threaten our interests or prop up bad actors in our backyard.
Let's lay this out plain and simple. Cuba has been a failing nation for decades, stuck under a brutal communist government that keeps its people poor, suppresses freedom, and relies on handouts from allies like Venezuela to keep the lights on. But things changed big time recently. After the U.S. helped capture Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro, that lifeline of cheap oil from Venezuela dried up fast. Cuba depended on that oil for about a third of its energy needs, and without it, they're facing blackouts, fuel shortages, long lines for basics, and an economy on the brink of total collapse. President Trump saw the opportunity and moved quickly.
First, Trump declared a national emergency over Cuba's threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy. He accused the regime of aligning with hostile powers and even terrorist groups. Then came the hammer: an executive order that sets up tariffs on any country sending oil to Cuba without our okay. That means nations thinking about stepping in to help Havana would pay a heavy price in lost trade with America. No more free rides for the Cuban communists. Trump made it clear: there will be zero oil or money flowing to Cuba from those old sources. He even posted on Truth Social urging them to "make a deal, BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE," warning that the regime won't survive otherwise.
Now, with the pressure mounting and Cuba hurting bad, talks are underway. President Trump told reporters at Mar-a-Lago that we're talking to the highest people in Cuba, the top officials. He said, "I think we're going to make a deal with Cuba." He called it a failing nation that's been that way for many years, but now without Venezuela propping it up, they're ready to negotiate. This isn't weakness; it's smart leverage. President Trump is using America's strength to force change, just like he did in his first term when he reversed the weak Obama-era deals that gave Cuba everything and got nothing in return.
Regular Americans get why this matters. For too long, we've had a hostile communist outpost 90 miles from Florida, supporting anti-American causes, harboring fugitives, and meddling in our hemisphere. President Trump flipped the script after Maduro's fall. He ramped up the squeeze on oil supplies, including from places like Mexico that might have tried to fill the gap. Cuban officials are feeling the heat; their deputy foreign minister admitted they're in contact with the U.S., ready for serious dialogue, even if it's not full-blown talks yet. But Trump is hopeful, and so are a lot of folks who want to see real freedom come to the Cuban people.
What could a deal look like? President Trump hasn't spelled out every detail, but the goal is clear: meaningful reforms that benefit the Cuban people and above all America, not just the regime. Ending the 60-year communist regime as an enemy to America, for a country only 90 miles off of our shores would be a historic accomplishment. Maybe easing some sanctions in exchange for real steps toward democracy, human rights improvements, releasing political prisoners, stopping support for terrorism, and cooperating on security issues. No more one-sided giveaways. Trump has always been about America First, and that includes making sure our neighbors aren't breeding grounds for trouble.
This approach is classic Trump: tough talk backed by tough action, then offering a path forward if the other side gets serious. He predicted Cuba is "ready to fall" without support, and now with talks happening, it shows the pressure is working. The regime in Havana is scrambling; their president even warned they'd defend to the last drop of blood, but words like that ring hollow when your people are in the dark and out of fuel.
Regular Americans support this because it's about protecting our security, standing up to communism, and giving hope to those suffering under it. President Trump isn't starting wars; he's using economic tools to bring about change peacefully if possible. If Cuba's leaders wise up and negotiate in good faith, great. If not, the squeeze continues until something gives.
This is how you handle rogue regimes: strength through leverage, not endless concessions. President Trump is leading from the front, and it's paying off. Keep an eye on this one; it could be a big win for freedom in our hemisphere. Thank you for your attention to this matter