Trump Selects Ron Johnson Over Kari Lake as Mexico Ambassador

Kari Lake, once considered a top contender, loses out on a key diplomatic role in Trump's upcoming administration.

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Ron Johnson, a former CIA official and ex-ambassador to El Salvador, as the U.S. ambassador to Mexico.
Kari Lake, a staunch Trump ally and two-time unsuccessful Arizona political candidate, was widely speculated to be under consideration for the role but was ultimately not chosen.
The ambassador to Mexico will play a pivotal role in managing strained U.S.-Mexico relations, particularly concerning migration, drug trafficking, and proposed tariffs on Mexican imports.
Lake, who has no diplomatic experience, built her political identity around strict immigration policies and support for Trump's agenda but now faces uncertainty about her next political move.
Trump's decision comes as he prepares for a second term focused on hardline border policies, including mass deportations and a 25% tariff on Mexican goods.