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- Rep. Jim McGovern of Massachusetts introduced the United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026 on February 17 to end the 64-year embargo against Cuba.
- He argues the embargo has failed and worsened conditions for Cubans.
- The bill would remove the president's authority over the embargo and lift trade and travel restrictions.
- A similar Senate bill has been introduced.
- McGovern says engagement, not isolation, is essential to promote democracy in Cuba.
