Trump nominates Kevin Marino Cabrera as U.S. ambassador to Panama

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Marino Cabrera, a Miami-Dade County Commissioner, as the new U.S. ambassador to Panama. Cabrera previously served as Trump's Florida State Director and is recognized for his understanding of Latin American politics. Trump announced the nomination on his social media platform, highlighting Cabrera's commitment to America First principles and his role in economic growth. He believes Cabrera will effectively represent U.S. interests in Panama. This nomination follows Trump's recent comments about reasserting U.S. control over the Panama Canal, which was handed over to Panama in 1999. Trump has accused Panama of exploiting the U.S. regarding the canal's management.