The U.S. State Department has publicly announced they do not support economic sanctions against Honduras for constitutionally removing their former president. According to Richard Verma, assistant secretary for legislative affiars:
Our policy and strategy for engagement is not based on supporting any particular politician or individual. Rather, it is based on finding a resolution that best serves the Honduran people and their democratic aspirations.President Obama has taken a different stance on the issue. Instead of supporting democracy, Obama has refused to recognize the new Honduran president, cut $16.5 million in military aid, and revoked visas for several Honduran government officials.
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