President Trump told radio host Hugh Hewitt on Thursday that he wants to “get Cuba done” before he leaves office and would “certainly consider” a short US military operation, describing Cuba as a “failed” state his administration is monitoring very closely, CNBC reported. He said Secretary of State Marco Rubio “would love to do it,” and CNBC, citing Politico, said the comments marked the first time Trump has put a timeline on possible military intervention to topple Cuba’s authorities. Analysts cited in the report were sceptical that a military campaign would follow and judged further economic pressure more likely, while Cuba’s embassy in Washington said US steps deepen an energy siege that already leaves hospitals without reliable power and families facing blackouts.
Trump wants Cuba 'done' and would consider military force
President Trump told radio host Hugh Hewitt he wants to 'get Cuba done' before he leaves office and would 'certainly consider' a short US military operation against the island's authorities.
Why it matters: It is the first time Trump has attached his remaining time in office to possible military intervention in Cuba, even as analysts judge further economic pressure the likelier course.
Data as of CNBC report of November 13, 2026, read in full via the estate browser route, reporting President Trump's interview on Thursday with radio host Hugh Hewitt; single sourced in this pass, and the first-timeline characterisation is Politico's as cited by CNBC. Developing item.