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Edited by: Fern Sidman
President Elect Donald Trump unveiled a series of high-profile nominations on Wednesday night, outlining his vision for key positions in his second administration. The appointments, which include leadership roles in media and diplomacy, were announced via Truth Social and emphasize Trump’s commitment to promoting American values and strengthening international relations. According to a report on the Fox News website, these nominations are the latest in a string of appointments aimed at bolstering Trump’s policy agenda.
Among the prominent picks, Kari Lake, a seasoned Arizona broadcaster and two-time political candidate, was nominated to serve as the next director of the Voice of America (VOA). VOA is a state-funded broadcaster that delivers news, cultural programming, and information in over 40 languages through various platforms, including television, radio, and digital media.
In his announcement, Trump emphasized the importance of ensuring that American values are broadcast fairly and accurately around the world. “I am pleased to announce that Kari Lake will serve as our next Director of the Voice of America,” Trump wrote in a release, as was reported by Fox News. “She will be appointed by, and work closely with, our next head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, who I will announce soon, to ensure that the American values of Freedom and Liberty are broadcast around the World FAIRLY and ACCURATELY, unlike the lies spread by the Fake News Media.”
Lake’s extensive broadcasting background, combined with her vocal advocacy for conservative values, aligns with Trump’s vision for reshaping VOA’s role on the global stage.
Dr. Peter Lamelas Nominated as U.S. Ambassador to Argentina
Trump also named Dr. Peter Lamelas, a Cuban-American physician, philanthropist, and businessman, as the next U.S. Ambassador to Argentina. As the Fox News report indicated, Lamelas immigrated to the United States as a child after fleeing communist Cuba, later founding MD Now Urgent Care, Florida’s largest urgent care network.
Trump lauded Lamelas’s journey as emblematic of the American Dream. “As a child, Peter and his family fled communist Cuba and LEGALLY immigrated to the USA, starting with nothing, and achieving the American Dream,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, as was noted in the Fox News report.
Lamelas’s public service record includes a previous appointment to the Department of Justice’s Medal of Valor Review Board during Trump’s first term, as well as roles as a town commissioner in Manalapan, Florida, and a member of the state’s Board of Medicine. His blend of medical expertise, business acumen, and public service positions him as a strategic choice to foster strong U.S.-Argentina relations.
Daniel Newlin Appointed U.S. Ambassador to Colombia
Another notable nomination is Daniel Newlin, a law enforcement veteran and prominent personal injury attorney, as the next U.S. Ambassador to Colombia, the Fox News report said. Newlin’s 28-year career with the Orange County (Florida) Sheriff’s Office, where he specialized as a fugitive detective, combined with his entrepreneurial success as founder of Dan Newlin Personal Injury Attorneys, highlights his diverse qualifications for the role.
Trump emphasized Newlin’s unique blend of law enforcement and business experience in his announcement. “With his Law Enforcement expertise enabling him to navigate complex international issues, and his business insights fostering economic partnerships, Newlin stands as a powerful advocate for U.S. interests, and a Champion for strengthening ties, and making a difference in the World,” Trump wrote, as reported by Fox News.
As U.S. Ambassador to Colombia, Newlin is expected to leverage his expertise to address critical issues such as counter-narcotics operations, trade relations, and regional stability.
A Focus on Senate Confirmation
These nominations are part of a broader effort by Trump to build a team that reflects his priorities for his second term. As the Fox News report noted, Trump hopes for swift Senate approval of these and other key appointments. Each nominee brings a unique skill set aimed at advancing U.S. interests domestically and internationally, with an emphasis on conservative values and economic growth.
These appointments highlight Trump’s continued focus on promoting American values, fostering international partnerships, and addressing key challenges through innovative leadership. Whether in media, diplomacy, or law enforcement, the nominees represent Trump’s vision for a more assertive and strategically aligned administration in his second term.
