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Biden's Cuba Policy Shift Faces Scrutiny as Political Prisoners Begin Release

President Biden's removal of Cuba from the terrorism list triggers both criticism and hope as Cuba begins releasing political prisoners under a U.S. deal.

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  5. Democrats and Republicans criticize Biden over Cuba terror list removal

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Updated: Jan 16th, 2025, 11:32 AM ET

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President Biden's recent decision to remove Cuba from the state sponsors of terrorism list has been met with mixed reactions. The decision coincides with Cuba's promise to release 553 political prisoners, initiated by a deal brokered by the Catholic Church. Critics warn that this move undermines national security as tensions rise ahead of President-elect Trump's administration, with key appointments suggesting a potential reversal of this policy shift. As the first prisoners are released, families of those still incarcerated anxiously await news, highlighting the ongoing struggles stemming from the 2021 anti-government protests.


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