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Ambassador Sergio Gor, a longtime Trump ally, serves simultaneously as U.S. ambassador to India and special envoy to Central Asia, using his close White House ties to broker roughly $25 billion in deals with five Central Asian countries and push U.S. access to critical minerals, aiming to counter China and Russia; analysts say handshake diplomacy helps, but long-term influence requires stronger institutional engagement and resources.
Sergio Gor, a former White House personnel director with a background in Republican politics, was celebrated at his swearing-in as the U.S. ambassador to India, with anecdotes highlighting his connections and personality, and noting his unique access to the president, amid a backdrop of political camaraderie and humor among senior officials.
President Trump announced the appointment of Sergio Gor, the head of the Presidential Personnel Office known for his loyalty-driven hiring practices, as ambassador to India and special envoy for South and Central Asian affairs, pending Senate confirmation.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Steven Cheung as his White House communications director, promoting him from his role as campaign spokesman. Cheung, who previously served as director of strategic response during Trump's first term, is known for his strong defense of Trump, particularly on social media. Alongside Cheung, Trump ally Sergio Gor has been named assistant to the president and director of presidential personnel. The communications director role has seen high turnover in the past, with six different people holding the position during Trump's first term.
Donald Trump has appointed Steven Cheung as the White House Communications Director, transitioning from his role as director of communications for Trump's presidential campaign. Cheung previously served in the Trump administration as director of strategic response. Additionally, Trump named Sergio Gor as assistant to the president and director of the Presidential Personnel Office. The position of press secretary remains unfilled, with Alina Habba declining the role.