US President Donald Trump used his address to the United Nations General Assembly to defend his administration’s actions in Latin America, including its policy toward Venezuela and Cuba. Trump also spoke about efforts against drug cartels, describing them as a major threat to the Western Hemisphere. During his remarks on Cuba, Trump said “freedom will be coming to Cuba” and criticised the country’s communist government. The Cuban delegation walked out during the speech. Trump also discussed US pressure on Cuba, including sanctions and efforts to push for political and economic changes.