President Biden voices support for the protesters in Cuba, a day after thousands of people took to the streets in historic anti-government demonstrations.
, a day after thousands of people took to the streets in historic anti-government demonstrations.
"The United States calls on the Cuban regime to hear their people and serve their needs at this vital moment rather than enriching themselves," he added. The protests present a thorny political decision for the White House as some lawmakers have pushed Biden to reverse Trump administration policies and normalize relationships with Cuba, as former President Barack Obama had attempted before leaving office. However, others, have continued to call for taking a tough stance against Cuba.
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