President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera to be the United States Ambassador to Panama. Trump praised Cabrera as 'a fierce fighter for America First principles' and someone who understands Latin American politics. The announcement comes after Trump threatened to reassert US control over the Panama Canal, claiming Panama is exploiting the agreement.
Trump says few understand Latin American politics as Kevin Marino Cabrera , saying he is "a fierce fighter for America First principles."Trump said the Central American country, with whom the US has had diplomatic relations since 1903, is "ripping us off on the Panama Canal, far beyond their wildest dreams." / Photo: Reuters Archive
"I am pleased to announce that Kevin Marino Cabrera will serve as the United States Ambassador to the Republic of Panama," Trump said in a "Few understand Latin American politics as well as Kevin — He will do a FANTASTIC job representing our Nation's interests in Panama!" he said.
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