Donald Trump Appoints Richard Grenell as Special Missions Envoy

The president-elect also names Devin Nunes to lead the President's Intelligence Advisory Board while retaining his role as Truth Social CEO.

Richard Grenell, a close Trump ally and former U.S. Ambassador to Germany, will focus on key global hotspots, including Venezuela and North Korea, in his new role as presidential envoy for special missions.
Grenell has a history of contentious diplomacy, advocating for policies such as limiting NATO expansion until defense spending targets are met and negotiating peace deals in Serbia-Kosovo and Ukraine.
Devin Nunes, former House Intelligence Committee chair and a staunch Trump supporter, will head the President's Intelligence Advisory Board, tasked with assessing intelligence operations.
Trump’s appointments signal a continuation of his 'America First' foreign policy approach, emphasizing strength in diplomacy and prioritizing U.S. interests.
Additional appointments include Troy Edgar as Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security and Edward Walsh as U.S. Ambassador to Ireland.