Miami follows Hialeah in launching task force targeting Cuba-linked businesses

January 23, 2026 - 03:19

The City of Miami has formally created a new task force charged with investigating local businesses for potential connections to the Cuban government. This initiative mirrors a similar measure recently enacted by the neighboring city of Hialeah.

The task force's primary mandate is to review and examine companies operating within Miami to determine if they have any financial or operational links to the Cuban regime. Officials framing the move cite a desire to ensure that city operations and the local economic landscape are not inadvertently supporting the government in Havana.

Proponents argue the measure is a necessary step in upholding a firm stance against the Cuban government and supporting the Cuban people. The creation of this body reflects ongoing political tensions and the significant influence of the Cuban-American community in South Florida politics.

The task force will operate by compiling information and conducting reviews, though the specific criteria for evaluation and the potential consequences for businesses found to have ties remain under development. The move has sparked immediate debate, with some community members and business owners watching closely for its implementation and impact on local commerce.