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Trump Nominates Sergio Gor as U.S. Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asia

The loyal personnel chief's nomination now moves to the Senate during a period of tariff-driven strain in U.S.–India relations.

Sergio Gor, a close Trump ally, is often described as one of the most influential people in the White House.
Donald Trump- Sergio Gor | Image: AP
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Overview

  • Sergio Gor, the White House director of presidential personnel, was nominated to serve as ambassador to India with a concurrent special‑envoy portfolio for South and Central Asia.
  • Trump said Gor will remain in his current White House role until the Senate acts on the nomination, filling a post vacant since Eric Garcetti departed in January.
  • The announcement follows the abrupt cancellation of a U.S. trade delegation to New Delhi scheduled for Aug. 25–29 and precedes a planned tariff increase on Indian imports to 50% on Aug. 27.
  • News outlets note Gor’s limited diplomatic background as his selection draws attention to earlier disputes over security‑clearance reporting and a public clash with Elon Musk, who called him a “snake.”
  • Senior officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance, publicly welcomed the choice, while observers highlight the unusual consolidation of the envoy role with the regional portfolio.