Trump appoints Kevin Marino Cabrera as US ambassador to Panama

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera as the new U.S. ambassador to Panama. This announcement follows Trump's recent comments suggesting the U.S. should take control of the Panama Canal, which he claims is unfairly benefiting Panama. Trump has criticized Panama for allegedly exploiting American ships using the canal. He reiterated these views in a Christmas message, where he also made controversial remarks about Canada and Greenland, hinting at U.S. territorial expansion. In addition to his ambassador appointment, Trump has expressed intentions to reshape U.S. trade policy, including potential tariff increases on Canada. His recent social media posts have included various political statements and criticisms of the Biden administration's actions regarding federal inmates.