Trump fills ambassador posts with more donors, loyalists than any recent president
- Posted on August 6, 2026
- By Washington Post
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In brief
Trump's administration has appointed political donors and personal loyalists to nearly 90% of ambassador positions, marking a significant departure from diplomatic tradition. This approach has left numerous embassies without permanent representatives, raising concerns about diplomatic effectiveness and international relations. The trend reflects a preference for political loyalty over career diplomatic expertise in shaping U.S. foreign policy representation.
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Trump fills ambassador posts with more donors, loyalists than any recent president
Ninety percent of his nominations have gone to political supporters rather than career diplomats, even as dozens of embassies lack envoys, The Post found.
