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4mo ago

Trump Appoints Ronald D. Johnson as U.S. Ambassador to Mexico

The former Green Beret and CIA officer, who previously served as ambassador to El Salvador, will focus on border security and drug trafficking in the high-profile diplomatic role.

Overview

  • President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Ronald D. Johnson, a former U.S. Army Green Beret and CIA official, as the next U.S. ambassador to Mexico.
  • Johnson previously served as ambassador to El Salvador during Trump's first term, where he worked to reduce violent crime and illegal migration.
  • The announcement caused confusion due to Johnson sharing a name with Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson, who clarified he was not the nominee.
  • Trump has tasked Johnson with addressing key issues like border security, curbing illegal immigration, and combating drug trafficking, including fentanyl smuggling.
  • The nomination aligns with Trump's 'America First' foreign policy and will see Johnson collaborating closely with Secretary of State nominee Marco Rubio.