Trump congratulates Ali al-Zaidi Iraq nomination

US President Donald Trump congratulated Ali al-Zaidi on his nomination as Iraq’s next Prime Minister, expressing support for forming a new government free from terrorism and optimism for stronger U.S.–Iraq relations focused on stability, prosperity, and a new chapter of cooperation. He also posted a public message wishing Zaidi success in forming a government. Trump invited al-Zaidi to visit Washington once he successfully forms a government.