The claim
“President Donald Trump has ramped up pressure on the island in recent months, even threatening to take the country over.”
Our verdict
True
Multiple independent sources confirm that President Trump has increased pressure on Cuba in recent months, including threats of military action and openly musing about taking over the island.
What we found
Multiple independent sources confirm that President Trump has increased pressure on Cuba in recent months, including threats of military action and openly musing about taking over the island.
The evidence
2 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
AP reports Trump has been threatening military action in Cuba since ousting Venezuelan leader Maduro and ordered an energy blockade that choked fuel shipments.
apnews.com· AP News on Trump threats - Background
The Guardian notes Trump has drastically ramped up pressure on Cuba and openly muses about taking it over.
theguardian.com· Guardian on Trump musings
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