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Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
SECRETARY RUBIO on CUBA: Ultimately, our goal is for Cuba to have a better future. We're going to do everything we can to help put it on that path, but in the end, it will require them to wake up and realize that there is no future on the path they are on right now.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
🚨BREAKING: The European Commission has announced that it will WITHDRAW a proposal to criminalise “hate speech” under EU law.
The initiative would have placed “hate speech” and “hate crimes” in the same category as human trafficking, terrorism, drug trafficking and organised crime.
The proposal required unanimous consent, but several member states BLOCKED the initiative in the Council due to free speech concerns.
This is a major victory for freedom of expression. But the battle is not over yet 👇
Proud to have met Dr. Yohana Arronte, an advocate for survivors of Cuba's medical brigades. To enrich itself, the Cuban regime exploits its own citizens, sending more than 15,000 workers, many of them medical professionals, to over 50 countries under forced labor conditions. The Trump Administration will not tolerate state-sponsored trafficking in our hemisphere, and thanks to Secretary Rubio's leadership, multiple countries have already cut ties with the regime.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Indiana's elected officials answer to Hoosiers. No foreign government gets to dictate how Americans conduct their lawful business.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Scam centers rely on trafficked laborers to fuel their criminal operations. Today’s sanctions build on 200+ prior designations-- advancing justice for all victims, including defrauded Americans.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Cuban journalist Yoani Sánchez’s arrest this morning is part of the Cuban regime’s continued campaign to crush the independent press. From detaining Adel Bonne and Camila Acosta this week to imprisoning Henry Constantín, the Cuban regime shows its cowardice as it relies on arbitrary arrests because it fears the truth. #LibertadYa
American elected officials answer to their constituents, not the Chinese Communist Party. That includes Indiana's State Treasurer. Beijing has no business trying to dictate how Americans conduct their lawful affairs.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Thank you for listening to my story and giving it a voice. For me America meant hope: the chance to live freely, raise my children without fear, and rebuild my life. Im always grateful for that opportunity. So many Cuban doctors are still waiting for their voices to be heard.
After only 10 months of medical training, Johanna was designated a doctor by Cuba, then trafficked abroad as part of its “medical brigades” — a forced-labor, fundraising, and propaganda mechanism for the Cuban regime. Her family never received her promised salary, but did receive threats from the government after she (courageously) escaped. When she was rescued, she weighed 80lbs.
I asked what she felt and thought about the United States before fleeing here — since she was raised in a closed, propagandized media environment. She told me matter-of-factly that she had always known America was “the only hope.”
For many people born into totalitarianism, the United States remains a distinct beacon of freedom. There is simply nowhere else to go. Inspires pride and humility at the same time.
After only 10 months of medical training, Johanna was designated a doctor by Cuba, then trafficked abroad as part of its “medical brigades” — a forced-labor, fundraising, and propaganda mechanism for the Cuban regime. Her family never received her promised salary, but did receive threats from the government after she (courageously) escaped. When she was rescued, she weighed 80lbs.
I asked what she felt and thought about the United States before fleeing here — since she was raised in a closed, propagandized media environment. She told me matter-of-factly that she had always known America was “the only hope.”
For many people born into totalitarianism, the United States remains a distinct beacon of freedom. There is simply nowhere else to go. Inspires pride and humility at the same time.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
The signing of the U.S. participation agreement for Expo 2030 Riyadh by @SecRubio marks another significant milestone in the enduring strategic partnership between the United States and Saudi Arabia, reinforcing our shared commitment to deeper cooperation and stronger bilateral ties.
It was great to meet with Saudi Foreign Minister @FaisalbinFarhan in Atlanta.
We discussed ways our countries can continue working together on regional challenges, including the situations in Iran, Sudan, and Yemen.
We also signed the participation contract formalizing U.S. participation in World Expo 2030 in Riyadh.
Expo 2030 is an important platform to advance American innovation, expand U.S. businesses opportunities, and strengthen our strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia.
Incredible Dia de Muertos in Mexico City!
A lot of Americans think Day of the Dead is like “Mexican Halloween,” but it’s really a syncretic Catholic/mesoamerican tradition based on joyous prayers for, and tributes to, ancestors.
The annual CDMX parade is a new addition inspired by a 2016 James Bond film, thus a fun testament to US/UK/MX cultural exchange.
I enjoyed marigold-pumpkin ice cream, “bread of the dead,” and a gorgeous lakeside ballet. My makeup by local artist Esmeralda evokes “Catrina,” a popular aristocratic icon of this holiday.
¡La cultura también une a nuestros países! 🇺🇸🤝🇲🇽
La Subsecretaria de Estado para Diplomacia Pública, Sarah B. Rogers (@UnderSecPD) visitó la #CDMX para celebrar el #DíaDeMuertos. Se vistió de Catrina y disfrutó del Gran Desfile, conociendo de cerca esta emblemática tradición mexicana.
La administración del presidente Trump reconoce el intercambio cultural como una herramienta para fortalecer la relación entre Estados Unidos y México. 💀🌼
¡Gracias al @GobCDMX, a @soyelcharromexican y a @esmeraldahinojosaarellano por compartirnos la magia de esta gran celebración!
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
At @USChamber’s #AACCLA59, I delivered a clear message to leaders: our hemisphere is a top U.S. priority. The U.S. is the hemisphere’s partner of first choice. Through expanded financing via DFC and EXIM, we are driving trusted investments in energy, critical minerals, and tech. Bring us your deals, flag your obstacles, and build supply chains anchored in the Americas. -JPS
Gm from Mexico City, where I look forward to engagements on tech proliferation, cultural preservation…and of course, Day of the Dead 🌼 💀
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
¡Qué gran evento! 🤠 Algunos de los mejores atletas de rodeo de los Estados Unidos viajaron desde muy lejos para compartir con ustedes la tradición del Rodeo que representa el coraje, el trabajo duro, la independencia y, sobre todo, la libertad. Gracias a cada uno de ellos por dejarlo todo en la pista de La Rural, y al público argentino por recibirlos con tanto entusiasmo. 🇺🇸🇦🇷 #Freedom250
These look like good policies re: transparency, which many regulators cite as a goal of social media regulation
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Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Russia just vetoed a U.S. resolution, backed by 11 Security Council members, that would have taken historic steps toward ending the 50-year Western Sahara conflict.
We must not fall back on a status quo that condemns refugees to another five decades in the camps—especially when there is a real path to peace on the table and viable alternatives for a better future for the Sahrawi people.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
It was great to meet with Saudi Foreign Minister @FaisalbinFarhan in Atlanta.
We discussed ways our countries can continue working together on regional challenges, including the situations in Iran, Sudan, and Yemen.
We also signed the participation contract formalizing U.S. participation in World Expo 2030 in Riyadh.
Expo 2030 is an important platform to advance American innovation, expand U.S. businesses opportunities, and strengthen our strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia.
A trend I’ve noticed in Latin America: in countries that lack the Thanksgiving buffer season, Christmas can start circa Halloween🎄
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Now enjoying El Salvador’s national dish, the pupusa! Like an enclosed quesadilla, served with refreshing cabbage slaw. Delicious.
Under Secretary of State Sarah B. Rogers retweeted
Finally, I was pleased to meet with El Salvador’s Minister of Culture, Raul Castillo, to implement a cultural-property initiative digitizing pre-Columbian artifacts.
Cultural property agreements like the one between 🇺🇸 and 🇸🇻 expand collaboration among law-enforcement authorities to disrupt financing of terrorist, cartel and criminal networks that trade not only people and narcotics but also cultural patrimony.
