Trump Announces Key Appointments Including Kimberly Guilfoyle and Tom Barrack as Ambassadors

President-elect Trump names high-profile allies and controversial figures to critical roles in his upcoming administration, signaling a focus on loyalty and policy alignment.

Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former prosecutor and Trump fundraiser, has been appointed as U.S. ambassador to Greece, praised for her media and political experience.
Tom Barrack, a longtime Trump ally acquitted of foreign lobbying charges, has been selected as ambassador to Turkey, emphasizing his business acumen and Middle East insights.
Andrew Ferguson is named Federal Trade Commission chair, with Trump highlighting his record on opposing Big Tech censorship and promoting free speech.
Jacob Helberg, a tech executive and China hawk, will serve as undersecretary of state for economic growth, energy, and the environment, focusing on economic security and technological dominance.
Trump’s other appointments include Harmeet Dhillon for civil rights at the DOJ, Pam Bondi as attorney general, and Marco Rubio as secretary of state, reflecting a mix of loyalty and strategic policy alignment.