Florida Senators Urge Action From Rubio on Venezuelan Hostages
- Florida Senators intensify calls for action on American hostages in Venezuela.
- Moody and Scott commend recent efforts on behalf of wrongfully imprisoned Americans.
- Senators emphasize the importance of maximum pressure tactics on Maduro’s regime.
- They urge the addition of Cartel de los Soles as a terrorist organization.
- The letter highlights the ongoing suffering of the Venezuelan people.
Urging Action on American Hostages Held in Venezuela
Florida Senators, Ashley Moody and Rick Scott, recently intensified pressure on Secretary of State Marco Rubio as they called for decisive action regarding American hostages held in Venezuela. In a formal letter released today, the senators commended their ongoing collaboration with President Trump to dismantle the Venezuelan regime led by Nicolás Maduro and to restore democracy in the nation. They specifically highlighted the need for a continuation of “maximum pressure” strategies, which include not only an expansion of sanctions but also a serious crackdown on Venezuelan criminal organizations.
Focus on Broader Humanitarian Crisis in Venezuela
In their letter, Senators Moody and Scott extended their gratitude to Secretary Rubio for his efforts and those of the Trump administration regarding the recent release of seven Americans who had been wrongfully imprisoned in Venezuela. This release was hailed as a “crucial victory” against the oppressive Maduro regime. However, the senators swiftly transitioned to a critical concern: the at least eight other American citizens still detained in Venezuela, emphasizing that the U.S. must not forget these individuals or the broader suffering endured by the Venezuelan populace under tyranny.
Condemnation of Maduro’s Regime and Its Allies
The senators also took the opportunity to critique what they described as the “Obama/Biden appeasement policies,” commending the Trump administration’s consistent efforts to dismantle these approaches. Their appeal highlights the necessity of adding organizations like the Cartel de los Soles and La Direccion General de Contrainteligencia Militar (DGCIM) to the list of designated terrorist organizations. They contend that Maduro’s regime has severely undermined democratic structures and triggered a humanitarian crisis, thus posing a significant threat to the stability of the region. The call was made for Secretary Rubio to utilize all possible measures to secure the release of unjustly detained Americans and to stand united with Venezuelans until accountability is achieved and democracy is restored.
In summary, Florida Senators Ashley Moody and Rick Scott are urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to intensify efforts focused on securing the release of American hostages in Venezuela while criticizing previous administrations’ policies towards the regime. They have called for expanded sanctions against Maduro’s government and its affiliates, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country. The senators’ commitment to holding the Maduro regime accountable remains resolute as they seek to restore democracy in Venezuela.
