Former U.S. Ambassador Admits to Acting as Secret Agent for Cuba

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Former U.S. Ambassador and National Security Council member, Victor Manuel Rocha, pleaded guilty to acting as a secret agent for communist Cuba for decades. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison for working against the U.S. government and must cooperate with the U.S. for any damage assessment related to his work.

Key Points

  • Victor Manuel Rocha pleaded guilty to acting as a secret agent for communist Cuba for decades
  • He was sentenced to 15 years in prison and must cooperate with the U.S. for any damage assessment
  • Rocha admitted to betraying his oath of loyalty to the United States during his years in the State Department

Pros

  • Justice served with the sentencing of Victor Manuel Rocha for his actions
  • Cooperation with the U.S. for damage assessment and relinquishing of retirement benefits

Cons

  • Betrayal of oath of loyalty to the United States by working against the U.S. government
  • Long-lasting damage caused by Rocha's actions