Puerto Rico Governor Calls for Trump to Address Maduro's Invasion Threat
Puerto Rico's Governor urges President-elect Trump to respond to Nicolás Maduro's threats of invasion, citing national security concerns.
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Maduro’s calls for an invasion are a clear attempt to get rid of the United States presence and grow his influence in the area.
Puerto Rico Governor Asks Trump for Help After Venezuela’s Maduro Issues Threat
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The gravity of Nicolás Maduro's threats against Puerto Rico underscores the urgent need for the United States to take a firm stance in defense of the island's sovereignty and security, especially under the new administration.
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Maduro's reckless suggestion of invading Puerto Rico not only demonstrates his desperation as a dictator but also poses a serious concern for U.S. national security, necessitating an urgent response from the incoming administration to deter such threats.
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Summary
After Nicolás Maduro threatened to invade Puerto Rico, Governor Jenniffer González-Colón urged President-elect Donald Trump to respond decisively, highlighting the threat to U.S. security. Maduro's remarks were made during an anti-fascist festival in Venezuela, inferring a colonial agenda. González-Colón emphasized Puerto Rico's contribution as a U.S. territory and called for a strong U.S. stance against Maduro's regime. The governor pointed out the island's strategic military assets and the need to defend against growing adversarial influences in the region. Republican leaders backed her call for action, stressing the importance of U.S. sovereignty.
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