Trump nominates Callista Gingrich, Mauricio Claver-Carone and Ken Howery as ambassadors
President-elect Trump has announced his latest U.S. ambassador nominees, with Callista Gingrich, wife of former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich, being appointed as the U.S. ambassador to Switzerland. Trump took to Truth Social to reveal his decision, highlighting Gingrich’s previous experience as his Ambassador to the Holy See during his first administration. He praised her for her work in advancing international religious freedom, combating human trafficking, and providing humanitarian assistance worldwide.
Gingrich, a graduate with honors from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music in 1988, is set to undergo confirmation by the U.S. Senate along with the other ambassador nominees. Trump expressed his confidence in Gingrich’s ability to excel in her new role and congratulated her on the appointment.
In addition to Gingrich, Trump also nominated Mauricio Claver-Carone as a U.S. special envoy for Latin America. Claver-Carone’s appointment comes at a time when Trump emphasized the need to address the chaos and anarchy at the U.S. southern border. With a deep understanding of the region, Trump believes Claver-Carone will prioritize America’s interests and work towards restoring order in the hemisphere.
Furthermore, Ken Howery, a co-founder of PayPal, was named as the U.S. ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark. Having previously served as a U.S. ambassador to Sweden, Howery is praised by Trump for his brilliant service to the nation. Trump highlighted Howery’s experience in turning American innovation and tech leadership into global success stories, emphasizing the importance of his role in representing the U.S. abroad.
The appointments of Gingrich, Claver-Carone, and Howery reflect Trump’s commitment to selecting qualified individuals to represent the United States on the global stage. These nominees will play crucial roles in advancing American interests, promoting national security, and strengthening diplomatic relations with key allies.
Andrea Margolis, a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business, covers the latest developments in Trump’s administration appointments. Readers can reach out to andrea.margolis@fox.com with any story tips or inquiries.
