Fidel Castro gives brother Raul more power

The World

Fidel Castro made his first public appearance in five years today as his brother Raul was officially made head of Cuba's ruling Communist Party. Raul Castro took over the presidency from Fidel five years ago. Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with professor Andy Gomez of the University of Miami about the significance of the announcement.

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