A crop of a photo showing Mr. Issa playing golf with US President Donald Trump.
Trump praised his selection, calling him an "outstanding businessman, a financial expert, and a leader with a remarkable career in banking, entrepreneurship, and international trade," in a post on his social networking platform. Truth Social.
According to LBC International, Issa, born in a Lebanese village near Beirut, spent his childhood in the capital before moving to Paris and later New York.
He is now retired and lives in Florida.
"I have no doubt that he will serve our country with honor and distinction," Trump added.
"Congratulations, Michel!"
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