Claim: Cuban intelligence and counterintelligence services have been described by Marco Rubio as equal to those of a superpower, with a history of penetrating the U.S. government.
Verdict: Correct (85% confidence)
Explanation: According to TIME, Marco Rubio stated that the Cuban intelligence presence in the United States is 'grossly underestimated,' implying a significant capability (TIME, 2014). The Miami Herald reports that Rubio described Cuban intelligence as equal to those of a 'superpower' and noted their history of penetrating the U.S. government (Miami Herald, 2026). Fox Business also supports this, stating that Rubio warned of Cuba's espionage capabilities and successful infiltration of the U.S. government (F...