Democracy

• June 03, 2025

  Celebrating the Freedom of Religion

  President Donald Trump recently joined the Coptic Orthodox Christian community in observing Global Coptic Day — a celebration of the ancient heritage, rich culture, and reverent worship of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

• June 02, 2025

  Defending National Security and Free Speech

  Two U.S. Federal grand juries returned indictments charging two foreign nationals, Cui Guanghai of China, and John Miller of the United Kingdom and a U.S. lawful permanent resident, with interstate stalking and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act.

• May 30, 2025

  Visa Restrictions for Those Who Censor Americans

  The United States has instituted a new visa restriction policy that will apply to foreign nationals who are responsible for censorship of protected expression in the United States. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy initiative on May 28, in a statement.

• May 28, 2025

  US Holds Cuban Regime to Account for Human Rights Abuses

  The State Department has designated four Cuban regime officials for their involvement in the arbitrary detention and sentencing of Luis Robles Elizástigui.

• May 22, 2025

  Rubio on the Future of US Foreign Policy

  “The most important thing [the United States] need(s) to do is return American foreign policy to be centered on our national interests,” declared Secretary of State Marco Rubio in recent Congressional testimony.

• May 19, 2025

  Giving the New Syrian Government a Chance

  The new government in Syria led by interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa now faces the task of rebuilding a nation that lies in ruins due to war and decades of autocratic rule by the Assad family.

• March 13, 2025

  U.S. Counting on Europe to Help Keep Peace in Ukraine

  “We encourage the EU to continue working closely with the United Nations,” said Ambassador Shea, “and particularly the Security Council, to promote peace and security for the European region and beyond.”

• March 04, 2025

  Religious Freedom Under Attack in Burma

  “As Burma continues to fragment,” said USCIRF Vice Chair Soloveichik, “vulnerable religious communities are further exposed to violence, terror and retaliation for their alleged support for pro-democracy groups.”

• February 26, 2025

  Upcoming Elections Could Make Big Difference in Central African Republic

  "Partnerships among MINUSCA, the CAR government, and the local population are essential to achieve the mission’s priority tasks," said Ambassador Kelley.

• February 21, 2025

  Libya's Post-Civil War Promise Remains Unfulfilled

  "Fuel smuggling is leading to a massive transfer of wealth out of Libya," said Ambassador Shea. "For the welfare of the Libyan people, this theft and corruption must be addressed."

• February 19, 2025

  The Greatest Threat to European Democracy

  "[I]f your democracy can be destroyed with a few hundred thousand dollars of digital advertising from a foreign country, then it wasn't very strong to begin with,” said Vice President Vance.

• February 14, 2025

  Syria Must Guard Against Malign Actors

  “We remain in close touch with our allies and partners,” said Ambassador Shea, “and emphasize the importance of reaching stability in Syria to make our country and the region more secure.”

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