The United States has imposed sanctions on the Cuban president and several luxury hotels allegedly controlled by the Cuban regime. Senator Rubio announced the sanctions, citing the 'brutality toward the Cuban people' as justification. The sanctions target senior officials and individuals described as 'cronies' of the government. The move aims to restrict access to resources and further isolate the Cuban leadership. The sanctions are the latest in a series of measures taken by the US government to pressure the Cuban government regarding human rights and democratic reforms.