Trump suggests reclaiming control of Panama Canal as president of Panama responds

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Donald Trump suggested that his administration might seek to regain control of the Panama Canal, which the U.S. handed over to Panama in 1999. He criticized current fees for shippers as excessive. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino rejected Trump's comments, asserting that the canal is sovereign territory of Panama. He emphasized that shipping fees are based on operational costs and demand, not arbitrary decisions. Trump's remarks came during a rally in Arizona, where he also announced new cabinet members. He highlighted the influence of the Turning Point USA group in his campaign and noted a significant donation from Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt.


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