The claim
“US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that expands sanctions against the Cuban government and widens the U.S. pressure campaign on Havana.”
Our verdict
True
Multiple independent sources confirm that President Trump signed an executive order expanding sanctions on Cuba and widening the U.S.
What we found
pressure campaign on Havana. The order is described as broadening sanctions and increasing pressure on the Cuban government.
The evidence
2 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
Reuters reports that President Trump signed an executive order expanding sanctions on Cuba, widening the pressure campaign on Havana.
msn.com· Reuters via MSN confirms expanded sanctions - Background
The order targets individuals linked to Cuba's security apparatus, corruption, and human rights abuses, and extends to foreign companies in key sectors such as energy, defense, mining, and financial services.
cubaheadlines.com· Broader context from Cuba Headlines
How we checked
We reviewed 2 relevant sources.
Have evidence we missed?
If you know of a source that confirms or contradicts this claim, send us the link. We review every submission and update fact checks when new evidence changes the picture.
Measured Take updates fact checks when new evidence emerges. Corrections are noted on the page.
All fact checks