In the midst of a growing scandal involving former CONCACAF president Jack Warner, the embattled (now) politician has resigned his post as national security minister of Trinidad and Tobago.
Trinidad's prime minister released this statement:
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I have today accepted the offer of resignation of the Minister of National Security, Mr. Jack Warner from the Cabinet of Trinidad and Tobago.I wish to thank Mr. Warner for his service to the government and people of Trinidad and Tobago.
I have advised His Excellency President Anthony Carmona to revoke the appointment of Mr. Warner and to appoint Senator the Honourable Mr. Emmanuel George as Minister of National Security.
I have also advised His Excellency President Anthony Carmona to assign the portfolio of Works and Infrastructure to the Honourable Dr. Suruj Rambachan in addition to his existing portfolio.
Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar
Prime Minister
There is surely now more to come as the FIFA fallout begins