By John Lee.
US resident Donald Trump has announced that Mark Savaya will serve as Special Envoy to the Republic of Iraq.
Trump said that Savaya's deep understanding of the Iraq-U.S. relationship, and his connections in the region, will help advance the interests of the American people.
Savaya was a key player in Trump's campaign in Michigan, where he and others helped secure a record vote among Muslim Americans.
According to media reports, Savaya is not Muslim but comes from Iraq's Chaldean community. He is understood to have built up a business in legal marijuana retailing.
In a post on X, Savaya said: "I am committed to strengthening the U.S.-Iraq partnership under President Trump's leadership and guidance. Thank you, Mr. President. "
(Sources: Donald Trump via Truth Social / Fox News / New Arab)
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