Rubio urges Cubans to work with CIA to bring political change to communist-run island

Secretary of State Marco Rubio encouraged Cubans seeking political change to discreetly cooperate with the CIA. He stated that this is an opportune moment for change, implying a partnership with the U.S. intelligence agency. President Donald Trump separately mentioned the possibility of sending Rubio to Cuba to negotiate a deal, suggesting a U.S. ship could stop near the island.

• Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Cubans seeking political change to discreetly cooperate with the CIA.
• Rubio described this as a seizeable opportunity to create desired change through partnership with the CIA.
• President Donald Trump floated the idea of sending Rubio to Cuba to negotiate a deal.
• Trump suggested a U.S. ship could stop near the Cuban coast as part of this potential negotiation.
• Rubio, a critic of the Cuban government, has historically advocated for a tougher U.S. stance.