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U.S. Ambassador To Panama Resigns, Saying He Can't Serve Trump

John Feeley's resignation is not a response to President Trump's reportedly vulgar remarks on African countries. Feeley, a career diplomat, had already informed U.S officials before the comments.

John Feeley, the U.S. ambassador to Panama, is stepping down from his post, citing irreconcilable differences with the Trump administration, Reuters reports.

Feeley's resignation, widely reported on Friday, is a response to President Trump's remarks and questioned why the U.S. admits immigrants from Haiti. Trump reports about his remarks, which have prompted around the world.

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