Casey Askar Affirms the U.S. Must 'Root Out Communism' to Make us Safer
The article credits the Trump administration’s Venezuela policy with helping contain Cuba and expand U.S. influence.

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Published Sep 18, 2026
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In an interview, Florida congressional nominee Casey Askar described communism and China as major hemispheric threats, called for attacking Cuba, and praised U.S. pressure in Venezuela. He argued that rooting out communism would make the United States safer.
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Republican congressional nominee for Florida’s 22nd District discussing his foreign-policy views
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President whose administration is described as applying pressure against communist-led nations
ALSO MENTIONED Nicolas Maduro, Former Venezuelan leader whose capture is cited in the article’s account of Venezuela’s transition
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