Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Marino Cabrera to be the U.S. Ambassador to Panama, a move that has sparked controversy due to recent tensions between the two countries over the Panama Canal.
Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that Kevin Marino Cabrera will serve as the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Panama . The appointment comes amid recent tensions between the two countries, particularly concerning the Panama Canal. Trump has been vocal in his criticism of Panama 's management of the canal, proposing that the United States should reclaim control.
Cabrera, a Miami-Dade County Commissioner and vice chairman of the International Trade Consortium, responded to the announcement on X (formerly Twitter), saying, 'Thank you, President Trump! I'm humbled and honored by your nomination to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to Panama.' Newsweek has emailed Cabrera on Wednesday afternoon for additional comment
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