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Trump Nominates Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador Amid SignalGate Fallout

Waltz faces scrutiny over mishandled classified communications as Senate Democrats prepare for contentious confirmation hearings.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.S. President Donald Trump, U.S. National Security Adviser Michael Waltz, and U.S. Vice President JD Vance appear during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House on February 4, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • President Donald Trump officially nominated Mike Waltz as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, marking the first major Cabinet reshuffle of his second term.
  • The move follows a classified Signal chat scandal in March, where Waltz's team mishandled sensitive information on Houthi strike plans, leading to bipartisan criticism.
  • Senate Democrats, including Tammy Duckworth and Mark Warner, predict a 'brutal' confirmation process, citing concerns over Waltz's handling of classified material.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio is serving as acting National Security Advisor while Trump plans to appoint a permanent replacement in approximately six months.
  • The UN ambassador role was initially intended for Rep. Elise Stefanik, who withdrew her nomination to focus on reelection in New York’s 21st congressional district.