Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

On February 20, 2025, President Donald Trump extended the national emergency concerning Cuba, originally declared in 1996, due to ongoing concerns about Cuba's potential use of excessive force against U.S. vessels and aircraft, as well as the risk of mass migration. This continuation allows the U.S. to regulate the anchorage and movement of vessels to prevent unauthorized entry into Cuban waters, which could disrupt international relations and threaten U.S. national security. The decision underscores ongoing tensions with Cuba and could have political implications, particularly in U.S.-Cuba relations and domestic debates over immigration and foreign policy.