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. In a post on X, Savaya said: "I am committed to strengthening the U.S.-Iraq partnership under President Trump's leadership and guidance. (Sources: Donald Trump via Truth Social / Fox News / New Arab)