Staff Reports
Since assuming office, President Joe Biden and his administration have faced accusations of unwarranted interference in the affairs of other nations, particularly Guatemala. The administration's alleged attempts to influence the actions of Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei have drawn criticism.
Firstly, the Biden administration reportedly disapproved of Guatemala's Attorney General, Maria Consuelo Porras, for her anti-corruption efforts. Attempts were made to pressure President Giammattei not to reappoint her, and when he did, the administration cited corruption as a reason to block her entry into the United States—an excuse that some argue is convenient.
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As Giammattei's successor prepares to take office, the Biden administration is accused once again of interference, this time seeking to ensure their chosen candidate becomes the Speaker of the House in Guatemala's Congress. Critics claim that the administration is using intimidation and threats against members of the Guatemalan Congress, including visa removals, business blockades, and other sanctions. Reports suggest that U.S. Embassy personnel have gone as far as using an employee of UN-Women to convey the message that they know the lawmakers' and their families' locations.
The alleged intimidation tactics have raised concerns, particularly when Customs and Border Protection is accused of holding Giammattei's son for questioning at the Miami airport. Critics argue that such actions send a troubling message about the United States' willingness to go to extremes to achieve its objectives, even if it means targeting innocent family members.
Former acting Director of National Intelligence Richard Grenell has called for an investigation into these allegations, emphasizing the need for Congress to hold the Biden administration accountable for its actions. Critics argue that such interference contradicts the principles the United States is meant to uphold as a beacon of democracy and freedom.
Critics contend that the Biden administration appears to have its own agenda, seeking to control the leadership and governance of other nations while imposing its leftist ideology globally. Calls for Congress to intervene and put an end to these alleged actions emphasize the importance of standing up for democracy, freedom, and the sovereignty of other nations. Holding the Biden administration accountable is seen as a crucial step in preserving these principles and preventing further interference in foreign affairs.
