Fish, you obviously do not know who Juan Hubieres is or what he represents or what his history is.
Hubieres is the leader of one of the driver's "unions or federations"....all of which have or had their base in communist/socialist political parties.
In this case, the "New Order Federation" (FENATRANO in Dominican-speak) has successfully edged out other transportation syndicates by murder, arson and beatings. They are a political force in their area, and Hubieres is their leader. He is also a piece of crappo like the figure on his hat...
HB