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A Castro in Cuba charged. I'm Tom Ragatti. FOX News. Many Cuban Americans in Florida are celebrating after the Justice Department announced an indictment against former Cuban President Raul Castro. Fox's David Spunt is in Miami.
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Castro is facing seven different counts, including murder. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said that he wants to see Castro on American soil.
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We expect that he will show up here by his own will or by another way.
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Federal grand jury in Miami returned the indictment last month. The announcement was made inside the iconic Freedom Tower celebrating Cuban American heritage in the United States. DOJ officials made the announcement at a ceremony honoring four men who died as part of the Brothers to the rescue mission in 1996. That group flew three planes to help rescue people fleeing from the communist nation. Two of those planes were shot down. Four people were killed.
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Castro was defense minister when the planes were shot down. President Trump told reporters today doesn't expect further escalation from Cuba. The island nation reportedly acquired drones it could use to attack U.S. forces. Another threat. President Trump says the U.S. military is ready to strike Iran again if Tehran refuses to budge on its nuclear program. As negotiations slog on, Iran is hitting back with rhetoric of its own.
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Iran's parliament speaker and top negotiator Mohammad Kaliba spoke today, saying it's the United States that is seeking another round of war. He added in a statement, for the sake of reassuring the dear people of Iran, I want to say that our military forces have used the opportunity provided by the ceasefire to rebuild their military strength as best as possible. His comments were echoed by Iran's foreign minister, who spoke today from Tehran, saying that he and Iranian commanders are on the same page right now. There is a massive U.S. military buildup across the region.
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That's Fox's Trey Youngst in Tel Aviv. America's listening to Fox News.
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Republican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Trump's ballroom after they failed to win enough party support. On Capitol Hill, the White House has pressured Republicans to try to add the money to a roughly $70 billion funding bill for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol. At a time of ramped up deadly strikes against drug boats, President Trump is giving praise to graduating cadets at the Coast Guard Academy today. Fox's Mike Emanuel is in New London,
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Connecticut, the commander in chief thanking the Coast Guard for its help in reducing drugs brought in by sea, saying, you've been unbelievable in that endeavor. The president noted, we had a majority of illegal drugs coming in by ocean and we have virtually stopped. President Trump praising these young people for being willing to serve and saluting some of the top graduates in the class of 2026.
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You're America's first offenders. You are America's first responders. You are the living standard bearers of America's first fleet.
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President Trump offered some advice, saying that they should never give up. Persistence is key to success in life.
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President Trump's former daughter in law is opening up about a health battle.
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In a post on Instagram, Vanessa Trump reveals she's recently been diagnosed with breast cancer, explaining, I'm working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan. The mother of five and ex wife of Donald Trump Jr. Goes on to thank doctors who she says performed a procedure on her earlier this week, saying, I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids and those closest to me. The 48 year old thanking supporters for their kindness and asking for privacy while she focuses on her health and recovery. Kristin Goodwin, Fox News.
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Vanessa is currently involved with golf legend Tiger woods after the two went public with their relationship earlier this year. I'm Tom Regatti.
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Host: FOX News Podcasts
Date: May 21, 2026
This newscast delivers a rapid-fire update on major national and international stories as of May 20, 2026. Key topics include a historic indictment of Raul Castro connected to a decades-old incident, U.S.-Iran tensions over nuclear negotiations, updates on U.S. government spending debates, President Trump’s Coast Guard Academy address, and a personal health revelation from Vanessa Trump.
“We expect that he will show up here by his own will or by another way.” [00:26]
"It's the United States that is seeking another round of war... our military forces have used the opportunity provided by the ceasefire to rebuild their military strength as best as possible." [01:23-01:45]
“You’ve been unbelievable in that endeavor.” [03:11] “We had a majority of illegal drugs coming in by ocean and we have virtually stopped.” [03:15] “You are America’s first responders. You are the living standard bearers of America’s first fleet.” [03:32]
“I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids and those closest to me.” [03:52-04:27]
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Raul Castro:
“We expect that he will show up here by his own will or by another way.” [00:26]
Iran Parliament Speaker Mohammad Kaliba on U.S.-Iran tensions:
“For the sake of reassuring the dear people of Iran, I want to say that our military forces have used the opportunity provided by the ceasefire to rebuild their military strength as best as possible.” [01:23]
President Trump to Coast Guard Cadets:
“You’ve been unbelievable in that endeavor.” [03:11]
“You are America’s first offenders. You are America’s first responders. You are the living standard bearers of America's first fleet.” [03:32]
Vanessa Trump’s message to supporters:
“I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids and those closest to me.” [03:52-04:27]
This concise yet informative episode highlighted a mix of historic justice news, foreign policy tensions, legislative battles, and personal updates from prominent public figures. The tone was urgent, factual, and national news-driven, aimed at keeping listeners updated on matters of U.S. justice, security, and politics—as well as the personal stories influencing headlines.