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

The announcement of his pick for ambassador comes after Trump threatened to reassert U.S. control over the Panama Canal.

Donald Trump has said that the U.S. could demand the return of the Panama Canal if the country fails to reduce the fees it charges American ships.

President-elect Donald Trump made several social media posts Wednesday about foreign policy proposals, including a lengthy post where he implied he would be interested in gaining control of Greenland,

Merry Christmas to all, including to the wonderful soldiers of China, who are lovingly, but illegally, operating the Panama Canal,” the president-elect began in a Truth Social post, before claiming “38,

"It is ironic that it coincides with the announcement from the United States," the Danish defense minister said.

In response to US President-elect Donald Trump’s renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, the Danish government has significantly ramped up defense spending for the Arctic territory. This announcement was made shortly after Trump’s statement.

Denmark has announced a massive investment in Greenland’s defense capabilities. The decision follows President-elect Donald Trump’s comments on acquiring the Arctic territory, reigniting debates over Greenland’s strategic importance.