Nouri al-Maliki

Nouri al-Maliki, a former Iraqi prime minister, is the nominee of the Iraq===Coordination Framework for the next government. His potential return to power is met with strong opposition from Donald Trump, who threatens to withdraw U.S. aid to Iraq if al-Maliki is elected, citing his past policies as bringing 'poverty and total chaos'.

Nouri al-Maliki is the leading candidate for Iraq's next prime minister. His nomination is causing tension with the United States due to his close ties with Iran. He has stated he will not withdraw his candidacy despite US pressure.

Nouri al-Maliki's potential nomination as Iraqi prime minister is a point of contention, with Donald Trump openly warning Iraq against it. His past accusations of stoking sectarian strife and allowing the rise of the Islamic State negatively impact his political prospects and reputation.

Nouri al-Maliki is the former Prime Minister of Iraq whose return to power was opposed by the United States, contributing to the current political vacuum and caretaker government.

Nouri al-Maliki has been nominated by the Shiite Coordination Framework to become the next Prime Minister of Iraq, despite opposition from Washington.