Trump recalls around 30 diplomats amid State Department shakeup
TL;DR
The Trump administration is recalling nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and senior embassy posts across various countries to align US diplomatic efforts with its 'America First' priorities, affecting nations in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. These diplomats, mostly appointed during the Biden administration, will return to Washington for new assignments, as part of a standard personnel reshuffle.
- Trump recalls nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and embassy posts PBS
- Trump administration removes dozens of career diplomats from overseas posts CNN
- Trump administration orders 'abrupt' recall of dozens of career diplomats: Source ABC News
- Trump admin recalling around 30 ambassadors as part of State Dept realignment, official confirms Fox News
- Trump pulls 30 envoys in ‘America First’ push, critics say it weakens US abroad Reuters
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