Dear Friends, 

The Biden Administration must take action against Communist China and Castro’s Cuba. The terrorist Cuban regime has become a satellite state of Communist China with military facilities dotting the island nation’s coast. New satellite images show a growth in spy bases that are related to Communist China in Castro’s Cuba, just 90 miles away from our community. Communist China is proactively undermining the United States and President Biden has failed to take action.

These military intelligence facilities have been spotted just 90 miles away from the U.S. mainland and only 70 miles away from the U.S. Naval base at Guantanamo Bay in Bejucal, El Salao, Wayay, and Calabazar, as reported by the CSIS. These facilities have the capabilities to enhance the Chinese Communist Parties ability to spy on American citizens and U.S. intelligence agencies. The Cuban regime has become a direct proxy of the Communist Chinese Party (CCP).

Our enemy is at our doorstep and Joe Biden has failed to lead.­ The Biden Administration has engaged in a disturbing and irresponsible pattern of appeasement with the pathetic, military dictatorship in Havana. 

I urge President Biden to counter Communist China’s use of Castro’s Cuba as their satellite state in the Western Hemisphere and apply the full weight of U.S. sanctions to prevent further expansion efforts. Anti-American adversaries are proactively undermining the United States by establishing spy bases to conduct espionage and cyberattacks. These growing threats to our homeland, only minutes away from the U.S. mainland, must be met with strength to ensure the safety of our community.

Make sure to tune into my subcommittee hearing taking place tomorrow at 11:00pm as I chair a hearing examining TSA's Relationships with U.S. Adversaries, especially Communist Cuba.

Watch my video statement HERE.
Watch my video statement in Spanish HERE.
Watch the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security hearing HERE.

Sincerely,

Your Congressman, 
Carlos A. Gimenez 

Happy Fourth of July!

My wife Lourdes and I arrived in this country as children forced from our native homeland, Cuba. We love America because freedom made all the difference. Today, I have three kids, six grandchildren and have the honor of serving you in the U.S. Congress. 

The Fourth of July is a moment to reflect and appreciate our great nation. The United States of America is the beacon of freedom, and we must not forget how fortunate we all are to live in a place like this. 

Happy birthday America, we love you!

Congressman Carlos Gimenez Recognizes Jennifer Moon

I am honored to recognize my dear friend, Jennifer Moon, with a Congressional Record for her 30 years of public service to the people of Miami-Dade County. Jennifer has been a trusted advisor and played a critical role in my administration during my tenure as Mayor of the County. I wish her all the best as she embarks on her next journey.

Congressman Carlos Gimenez Congratulates 8 Fulbright Award Recipients

The prestigious Fulbright Program connects community leaders to the international community, and we have the privilege of having 8 award recipients in Florida’s 28th District. The mission of the program is to further U.S. relationships with other countries through international educational exchanges. Fulbright award recipients represent not only their excellence and dedication to our community, but also to the international community. I could not be prouder of the award recipients and wish them the best as they embark on this journey. 

Fulbright U.S. Student Award Recipients:
Ms. Brenda Coromina in the field of Language Teaching from Georgetown University (2022-2023)
Ms. Elaine Melgarejo in the field of Language Teaching from Florida State university (2022-2023)
Ms. Michelle Perez in the field of Language Teaching from Florida State University (2023-2024)
Ms. Liliana Ramos in the field of Language Teaching from the University of Central Florida (2023-2024)

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award Recipients:
Dr. Mark Macgowan in the field of Social Work from Florida International University (2022-2023)
Dr. Michael Eckroth in the field of Music from Florida International University (2023-2024)
Dr. Abdelhamid Meziani in the field of Mathematics from Florida International University (2023-2024)
Dr. Amy Paul-Ward in the field of Medical Sciences from Florida International University (2023-2024)


For more information on the Fulbright Program click HERE.

Congressmen Gimenez Remembers Former County Manager Merrett Stierheim

I am saddened to hear about the passing of former county manager Merrett Stierheim, a true trailblazer who left an enormous footprint on the development of modern Miami. His legacy is one of commitment to public service and his community. Lourdes and I are praying for his family at this time.

Need help with a passport, visa, veterans benefits, IRS, immigration or any other issue with a federal agency? Join my team Thursday, July 11, 2023, for mobile office hours in Key Largo - The College of the FL Keys Upper Keys - 106040 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL, 33037. 

WHAT: Mobile Office Hours
WHEN: Thursday. July 11, 2024
WHERE: The College of the FL Keys Upper Keys - 106040 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL, 33037 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact my office at 305-222-0160 or click HERE.

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QUÉ: Horario de Oficina Móvil
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