In a recent statement aboard Air Force One, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham commented on the US operation in Venezuela and extended his remarks to Cuba, highlighting the Cuban government’s actions and predicting changes in regional alliances.
Graham stated: “and they were able to capture this man alive, no military in the world could have done it, and it is due to this commander-in-chief. He did something people talked about doing. You just wait for Cuba. Cuba is a communist dictatorship that has killed priests and nuns, they have preyed on their own people, their days are numbered. We are going to wake up one day I hope in 2026, in our backyard we are going to have allies in these countries doing business with America, not narco terrorist dictators killing Americans. This is a big day, and everybody in the world is thinking”
Background on Senator Lindsey Graham
Lindsey Graham, a Republican senator from South Carolina, has served in the US Senate since 2003. Known for his roles on committees related to foreign affairs and judiciary, Graham has been a vocal advocate for strong national security policies and has frequently commented on international relations in Latin America.
Context of the Statement
The remarks came in the wake of the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026. Graham praised the operation, attributing its success to the US military and leadership. He then shifted focus to Cuba, referencing its history under communist rule.
