Trump appoints Kevin Marino Cabrera as US ambassador to Panama

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Kevin Marino Cabrera, a Miami-Dade County Commissioner, as the new U.S. ambassador to Panama. This announcement follows Trump's controversial suggestion that the U.S. should take control of the Panama Canal, claiming Panama is unfairly profiting from American ships. Trump's recent comments include accusations that Chinese soldiers are operating the canal and that Panama is exploiting U.S. vessels. He has also made remarks about expanding U.S. territory, suggesting Canada could become a state and that Greenland wants U.S. presence. These developments mark a shift in U.S. diplomatic focus under Trump, emphasizing trade and territorial discussions. His statements have raised questions about the motivations behind his proposals, as his transition team has not clarified their intent.