President-elect Trump has appointed former Sen. David Perdue (R-Ga.) as the U.S. ambassador to China.
In his announcement, President Trump said Perdue “brings valuable expertise to help build our relationship with China,” citing his decades-long career in the business world.
Former U.S. David Perdue speaks at a campaign event for Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump at the Johnny Mercer Theater Civic Center on September 24, 2024 in Savannah, Georgia, USA. Senator. (Reuters/Megan Berner)
“He will be instrumental in implementing my strategy to maintain peace in the region and maintain a productive working relationship with China’s leadership,” Trump said on Truth Social.
The appointment comes amid President Trump’s threat to impose additional tariffs on Chinese goods unless Beijing does more to stop the trafficking of the highly addictive drug fentanyl.
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President Trump also appointed Brandon Judd, chairman of the National Border Patrol Council, as ambassador to Chile.
National Border Patrol Council Chairman Brandon Judd speaks at a news conference with former President Donald Trump on February 29, 2024 in Eagle Pass, Texas. (Fox News)
“Brandon helped develop and implement the most effective border security policy in our nation’s history,” President Trump said. “I also commend the Border Patrol agents who tirelessly and honorably elected Brandon to represent them on all issues, especially in their efforts to secure our great nation’s borders and keep all Americans safe.” I watched over him as a representative.”
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“I am confident that Brandon will represent America just as he represented all rank-and-file Border Patrol agents as Chairman of the National Border Patrol Council. Brandon will make our country proud!” Trump added.
