Trump Nominates Monica Crowley for Key Protocol Roles

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Monica Crowley to serve as Ambassador, Assistant Secretary of State, and Chief of Protocol. Crowley will represent the United States at significant international events such as America’s 250th Birthday, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the 2028 Olympic Games. She previously served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Public Affairs and has been a commentator for Fox News. Crowley faced plagiarism allegations during Trump's first term, which she described as a political attack, and later revised parts of her doctoral dissertation. Despite the controversy, Trump praised her past service and academic achievements, including being a New York Times bestselling author. Her new roles require Senate confirmation, and she is part of a broader trend of former Fox News contributors joining the Trump administration.