Yes, it's Trump's fault
Cuba's Blackout: A Direct Result of Trump's Policies
The extreme prosecution of the sourced event.
Real event · international · 2026-09-19
Cuba's Blackout: A Direct Result of Trump's Policies
Final verdict announced: September 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
Satire
The extreme prosecution of the sourced event.
Real headline
Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout
Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.
Original reporting
Sources
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BBC News — Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout — 2026-09-19
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What the record shows
Widespread power outages have become increasingly common.
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Opening Argument
The prosecution argues that the recent widespread power outages in Cuba are not merely a consequence of fuel shortages, but rather a direct result of the Trump administration's aggressive policies. The prosecution alleges that the US blockade has systematically strangled Cuba's economy, leading to these catastrophic blackouts.
Exhibit A: The Plausible Link
The prosecution submits that the blockade, which was intensified under Trump, has created an environment where fuel shortages are rampant. The prosecution imagines that without this blockade, Cuba would have access to necessary resources, preventing these outages.
The Domino Effect
In the prosecution's theory, the lack of power leads to a breakdown in essential services, which in turn causes public unrest.
The Hidden Danger
The prosecution urges that these blackouts are not just an inconvenience; they are a ticking time bomb that could destabilize the region. The prosecutor imagines that this instability could lead to increased violence and further justify military intervention.
Closing Argument
The prosecution submits that the evidence is clear: Trump's policies are directly responsible for the suffering of the Cuban people.
Verdict
The prosecution urges the jury to hold Trump accountable for the chaos in Cuba.
Prosecution exhibits
Reality Check
Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.