Executive Order February 03, 2026 Doc #2026-02250 Executive Order 14380

Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Cuba

Defense Foreign Policy Trade Public Safety

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In Simple Terms

The President has declared a national emergency due to threats from Cuba. The U.S. may now add extra taxes on goods from countries that sell oil to Cuba.

Summary

On January 29, 2026, President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14380, declaring a national emergency due to the perceived threats posed by the Government of Cuba to the national security and foreign policy of the United States. The order cites Cuba's alignment with hostile countries and support for transnational terrorist groups as key concerns. To address this, the order establishes a tariff system that imposes additional duties on goods from countries that sell or provide oil to Cuba. The Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of State are tasked with monitoring compliance and implementing the order, with the goal of holding the Cuban regime accountable and protecting U.S. interests.

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January 29, 2026

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February 03, 2026

Document #2026-02250

Analysis & Impact

💡 How This May Affect You

Working families and individuals: Potential rise in prices for imported goods, affecting household budgets.
Small business owners: Increased costs for imported materials, possibly leading to higher product prices.
Students and recent graduates: Possible impact on affordability of consumer goods, affecting living expenses.
Retirees and seniors: Fixed incomes might be strained by higher prices for certain goods.
Different regions (urban, suburban, rural): Rural areas may face higher transportation costs, impacting local economies.

🏢 Key Stakeholders

U.S. oil importers face challenges due to potential increased tariffs.
Cuban government and economy are primary targets of the executive order.
U.S. Department of Commerce is key in determining and implementing tariffs.
Foreign oil-exporting countries risk economic impact if linked to Cuba.
Advocacy groups for Cuban democracy may support measures against Cuban regime.

📈 What to Expect

Short-term (3–12 months):

Increased tariffs on imports from oil-exporting nations to Cuba.
Diplomatic tensions rise with countries affected by tariffs.
U.S.-Cuba relations further strained, impacting travel and trade.

Long-term (1–4 years):

Potential shifts in global oil trade dynamics.
Increased geopolitical alliances against U.S. policies.
Economic impact on U.S. industries reliant on affected imports.

📚 Historical Context

Eisenhower (1960) imposed an embargo on Cuba, initiating long-standing economic sanctions.
Reagan (1982) labeled Cuba a state sponsor of terrorism, intensifying diplomatic isolation.
Builds on past embargoes by introducing tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba.
Notably targets third-party countries, expanding economic pressure beyond direct sanctions.
Reflects Cold War-era rhetoric, emphasizing Cuba's alliances with adversaries like Russia and China.

Affected Agencies

Department of State Department of Commerce Department of the Treasury Department of Homeland Security Office of the United States Trade Representative Office of Management and Budget