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DoJ has formed a working group to examine possible federal charges against officials or entities within Cuba’s government, WaPo reports citing sources; Treasury’s involvement could mean Trump admin is considering further sanctions against Cuba

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DoJ has formed a working group to examine possible federal charges against officials or entities within Cuba’s government, WaPo reports citing sources; Treasury’s involvement could mean Trump admin is considering further sanctions against Cuba.

What it means

The formation of a DoJ working group to explore potential federal charges against Cuba's government suggests an escalation in U.S. scrutiny of its actions. This could foreshadow new sanctions, impacting the broader geopolitical landscape and potentially creating volatility in related markets, including forex and commodities, especially if tensions rise further.

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