Rick Scott Backs Sanctions on Maduro Regime

With the U.S. Senate voting this week to impose sanctions and freezing the assets of key leaders of the Maduro regime, Gov. Rick Scott applauded the move.

I commend the Senate today for passing legislation that will sanction the current oppressive Venezuelan regime by revoking visas and freezing assets, Scott said on Tuesday. For too long, the Maduro regime has used violence to oppress Venezuelas citizens, and todays sanctions on those oppressors are a step in the right direction. I also remain concerned about Leopold Lopez and other Venezuelans who are currently jailed for protesting.

Scott said he hoped President Barack Obama will do more on the matter.

I urge President Obama to show leadership on this issue and take swift action to stand up with the people of Venezuela who are struggling for democracy, Scott said.