President Donald Trump has appointed Detroit-area entrepreneur Mark Savaya as special envoy to Iraq. Savaya, who helped boost Muslim American turnout in Michigan for Trump's campaign, brings regional connections to the role. The announcement highlights the administration's outreach to Middle Eastern communities in swing states.
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the appointment of Mark Savaya, a Detroit-area entrepreneur, as special envoy to the Republic of Iraq. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Savaya's contributions, stating, "I’m pleased to announce Mark Savaya will serve as Special Envoy to the Republic of Iraq." He highlighted Savaya’s "deep understanding of the Iraq-U.S. relationship" and his regional connections that "will help advance the interests of the American people."
Trump also noted Savaya's role in his campaign, adding, "Mark was a key player in my campaign in Michigan, where he, and others, helped secure a record vote with Muslim Americans. Congratulations, Mark!" Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for additional comment.
The appointment comes one week after Trump signed a peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, ending two years of fighting in Gaza and leading to the release of remaining living hostages and the return of some victims’ remains. During remarks at Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, flanked by world leaders, Trump celebrated the deal, saying, "At long last, we have peace in the Middle East, and it's a very simple expression, peace in the Middle East." He added, "We've heard it for many years, but nobody thought it could ever get there. And now we're there."
Trump described the agreement as a "new beginning for an entire beautiful Middle East," expressing optimism that more Arab and Muslim-majority nations would join the Abraham Accords, which saw Bahrain, Morocco, Sudan, and the United Arab Emirates normalize ties with Israel during his first term. He criticized the Biden administration for not expanding the accords and stated the deal would end "terror" in the region, saying, "We want to get rid of the terror and get on to other things. There are many other things in life that are so good."
According to Trump, mediators will soon begin phases two, three, and four of the 20-point peace plan.