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Incoming UK ambassador takes back Trump criticism: 'Ill-judged and wrong'
The incoming U.K. ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, recanted previous statements criticizing President Trump on Wednesday. He previously stated Trump was a “danger to the world” in 2019 but ...The Hill - 1d -
My criticism of Trump was wrong, says incoming US ambassador Mandelson
The UK's choice for ambassador to the US rows back on previous comments describing Trump as "a bully".BBC News - 1d -
Trump Takes on Whistle-Blowers
The dismissal of government inspectors general will make it difficult to root out waste and corruption.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump's take on DeepSeek
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump declares China's DeepSeek AI 'wake-up call' President Trump said DeepSeek, the Chinese startup ...The Hill - 2d -
Mandelson to be confirmed as UK ambassador to US after Washington sign-off
Former Labour minister recently received approval despite Republican concerns about business ties to ChinaFinancial Times - 2d -
It takes hard work to retire successfully
Retirees need to tackle four tasks to thrive in retirementMarketWatch - 2d -
Where Is President Trump Taking Us?
Trump has returned to office fully equipped to push the national government in a radically new direction.The New York Times - 2d -
Orioles hire former star outfielder Adam Jones as special adviser, community ambassador
Jones spent 11 of his professional seasons with the OriolesCBS Sports - 2d -
Trump immigration crackdown takes shape
A flight carrying migrants deported from the U.S. arrived in Guatemala on Monday amid the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration. Thousands of U.S. troops have arrived at the ...CBS News - 2d -
Taliban ambassador warns Rubio against bounty threat over Americans in Afghanistan
A Taliban ambassador is warning new U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio against making threats after he said he would place bounties on Afghanistan’s rulers for their continued detention of U.S. ...ABC News - 3d -
The crucial importance of Trump’s pick for ambassador to Hungary
The Orbán government and the “postliberal” philosophies promoted by leading Hungarian conservatives have considerable influence on the American right.The Hill - 6d -
Trump picks former fast-food chain CEO Andrew Puzder for EU ambassador
President Trump has selected Andrew Puzder, a former fast-food chain CEO who he attempted to install in his first White House Cabinet, as his pick for ambassador to the European Union. Trump ...The Hill - Jan. 23 -
Bimla Bissell, Ambassadors’ Aide and a Social Hub in India, Dies at 92
Her home drew generations of heads of state, diplomats, journalists and artists, who relied on her for her political acumen and were buoyed by her friendship.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Watch Live: Elise Stefanik's confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador
Rep. Elise Stefanik is expected to champion President-elect Donald Trump's "America first" agenda on the global stage.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
New UK ambassador to US still holds stake in lobbying firm for TikTok
Lord Peter Mandelson has not set deadline for fully divesting of his stock in Global CounselFinancial Times - Jan. 21 -
Tuesday Briefing: Trump Takes Office
Plus, exploring Indonesia’s spiritual hub.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Trump takes presidential oath of office
Watch as President Trump is sworn in to serve as the 47th president as he takes the presidential oath administered by Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts.NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Trump Will Take Office as a Crypto Billionaire
The Trump family’s new crypto tokens, which went on sale over the weekend, have soared in value — along with crypto markets in general.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Optimism but not confidence as Trump takes control
From infrastructure spending to relations with China, uncertainty reignsFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
I was ambassador to the UK last time Trump was in office - this is what Starmer must do this time | Kim Darroch
The old alliances have been swept away, and foreign policy needs to reflect this new reality. Friday 20 January 2017, Washington DC: overcast skies with the threat of rain for the inauguration of ...The Guardian - Jan. 18 -
Incoming British ambassador to US praises Trump in op-ed
The incoming British ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson praised President-elect Trump in a new op-ed, predicting his forthcoming presidency will be one of the “most consequential” in recent ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
You’re really spoiling us: Trump miscasts Gibson, Stallone and Voight by making them mere ambassadors
The president-elect’s latest trio of mischievous appointments show his genius for trolling the celebrity-woke community. Donald Trump has permitted himself the delicious pleasure of trolling ...The Guardian - Jan. 17 -
Trump names Jon Voight, Sylvester Stallone and Mel Gibson as 'special ambassadors' to Hollywood
President-elect Donald Trump has named Jon Voight, Sylvester Stallone and Mel Gibson as "special ambassadors" to Hollywood. Their job duties are unclear.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 16 -
Trump Taps Mel Gibson, Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight as Hollywood ‘Ambassadors’
The president-elect said the actors would be his “eyes and ears” with the goal of helping the entertainment industry, which he said had lost business to foreign countries.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
‘The Interview’: Ambassador David Pressman Is Alarmed by What He Has Seen
Ambassador David Pressman talks about his contentious relationship with Viktor Orban’s administration and why what happens in Hungary matters.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Biden, Trump teams worked 'hand in hand' on Gaza deal, outgoing ambassador says
President-elect Trump's and President Biden’s teams worked “hand in hand” for a hostage and ceasefire in Gaza deal, according to U.S. Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew. In the wake of November's ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Biden's Cyber Ambassador Urges Trump Not to Cede Ground to Russia and China in Global Tech Fight
Nathaniel Fick, the ambassador for cyberspace and digital policy, has led US tech diplomacy amid a rising tide of pressure from authoritarian regimes. Will the Trump administration undo that work?Wired - Jan. 16 -
Former U.S. ambassador to Israel on the "Trump effect" that impacted the ceasefire deal
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and hostage release deal after 15 months of deadly combat in the region. Edward Djerejian, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, joins "The Daily Report" to ...CBS News - Jan. 15 -
Meet the Cabinet: What to know about Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick for U.N. ambassador
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. NBC News campaign embed Alex Tabet takes a look at Stefanik's career and how ...NBC News - Jan. 15 -
Former ambassador to Denmark: NATO would be compelled to respond to Greenland invasion
Rufus Gifford, a former U.S. ambassador to Denmark, said in a Sunday interview that the NATO alliance would be compelled to respond to any invasion or incursion into Greenland. “I think the point ...The Hill - Jan. 13 -
Rahm Emanuel steps down as Japan ambassador ahead of Trump inauguration
President Biden’s ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, will leave his position in Tokyo on Monday and return to the U.S., a traditional changing of the guard ahead of the swearing-in of a new ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
Outgoing ambassador assesses state of U.S.-China relations
Ambassador Nicholas Burns spoke to NBC News’ Janis Mackey Frayer about China’s position in the world, and its precarious relationship with the U.S.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Gilts take the global strain
As yields rise around the globe, UK government bonds have been put in a difficult placeFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
R. Nicholas Burns, U.S. Ambassador, Says China Is Aligned With ‘Agents of Disorder’
R. Nicholas Burns, the top U.S. diplomat in Beijing, says the Biden administration is making a final push to urge China to reconsider its tilt toward Russia, Iran and North Korea.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Trump announces new ambassador, Justice Department, VA nominees
President-elect Trump announced on Thursday his latest batch of presumptive nominees to serve in his forthcoming administration. Trump announced his pick of Christine Jack Toretti, Pennsylvania’s ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Will Trump really take Canada and Greenland?
He also said he wants to reclaim the Panama CanalBBC News - Jan. 8 -
Italy summons Iranian ambassador, demands release of journalist Cecilia Sala
Italy’s foreign ministry summoned the Iranian ambassador to demand the immediate release of reporter Cecilia Sala, who was seized in Tehran earlier this month.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Trump announces new treasury and ambassador nominees
President-elect Trump announced several appointments for his Treasury Department and choices for ambassadors for two European countries. In multiple Thursday Truth Social posts, Trump outlined who ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Italy summons Iran's ambassador to demand release of Italian journalist
Italy has summoned Iran’s ambassador to demand the immediate release of an Italian journalist detained in TehranABC News - Jan. 2 -
Prescott taking security seriously amid break-ins
Even before a number of high-profile athletes were targeted by robberies over the past few months, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has taken security seriously.ESPN - Jan. 1