Sister of GAESA leader arrested in Miami after losing green card
Adys Lastres Morera, sister of the head of Cuba's military-run business conglomerate GAESA, was arrested in Miami by federal agents after Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked her green card. The arrest occurred this week, highlighting ongoing U.S. actions against Cuban military-linked individuals. GAESA controls much of Cuba's economy, including tourism, retail, and military industries. The move signals continued enforcement of U.S. sanctions and immigration policies targeting Cuban regime figures.
Key facts
- Adys Lastres Morera is the sister of the GAESA leader.
- She was arrested in Miami by federal agents.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio stripped her of her green card before the arrest.
- GAESA is Cuba's top military business group.
- The arrest took place this week.
- GAESA controls tourism, retail, and military industries in Cuba.
- The action reflects U.S. sanctions enforcement against Cuban military-linked individuals.
Entities
Institutions
- GAESA
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Locations
- Miami
- United States
- Cuba
Sources
- Quartz —