POLITICSTHE ATLANTIC
Where Are America’s Ambassadors?
The Trump administration has left over 100 ambassadorships unfilled, including key positions with allies, undermining traditional diplomacy. Political appointments to friends and donors, such as Kari Lake to Jamaica, reflect a disdain for professional diplomats and exacerbate diplomatic tensions.
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