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Trump Appoints Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera as Ambassador to Panama

Charlie Kirk Staff

12/26/2024

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Trump Appoints Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera as Ambassador to Panama

President-elect Donald Trump has named Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera as the next U.S. ambassador to Panama.

Describing Cabrera as a “fierce fighter” and a proponent of the “MAGA agenda,” Trump praised his qualifications and commitment to advancing American interests in the Central American nation.

“Kevin is a fierce fighter for America First principles. As a Miami-Dade County Commissioner, and Vice Chairman of the International Trade Consortium, he has been instrumental in driving economic growth and fostering international partnerships,” Trump stated in Wednesday’s announcement. “In 2020, Kevin did an incredible job as my Florida State Director and, this year, advanced our MAGA Agenda as a Member of the RNC Platform Committee.”

“Few understand Latin American politics as well as Kevin – He will do a FANTASTIC job representing our Nation’s interests in Panama!” Trump added.

The announcement coincided with Trump’s criticism of Panama’s handling of the Panama Canal. He accused the country of exploiting the canal’s operations and alleged illegal activities by Chinese forces in the area.

“Panama is a country that is ripping us off on the Panama Canal, far beyond their wildest dreams,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. He further claimed that Chinese soldiers are “always making certain that the United States puts in billions of dollars in ‘repair’ money but will have absolutely nothing to say about ‘anything.'”

In response, Cabrera expressed gratitude for the nomination.

“I’m humbled and honored by your nomination to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to Panama,” Cabrera wrote in a statement on X. “Let’s get to work!”

Cabrera gained prominence two years ago when he won his county commissioner seat with Trump’s endorsement. His ties to Trump date back to his role as Florida state director during Trump’s 2020 presidential campaign and his subsequent service on the Republican National Committee’s Platform Committee.

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Charlie Kirk is the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, a national student movement dedicated to empowering young people to promote the principles of free markets and limited government.

Charlie is also the host of “The Charlie Kirk Show” podcast, which regularly ranks among the top-10 news shows on Apple podcast news charts, and is the host of the nationally syndicated daily radio show on the Salem Radio Network live from 12 - 3 PM ET.
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