Dozens Protest Trump’s US Envoy Nominee Nick Adams in Kuala Lumpur

Dozens of Malaysians protested the nomination of Nick Adams, a right-wing social media influencer and pro-Israel commentator, as the US ambassador to Malaysia, a Muslim-majority country that supports the Palestinian cause. President Donald Trump nominated Adams, known for his outspoken criticism of Islam and provocative social media presence, sparking backlash and calls for Malaysia to reject his appointment to preserve regional stability and bilateral relations. Protesters, including the youth wings of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's Pakatan Harapan coalition, submitted a memorandum to the US embassy urging withdrawal of Adams's nomination, citing his divisive rhetoric. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim acknowledged the issue, stating the government would consider the nomination carefully while aiming to maintain strong US-Malaysia ties amid ongoing trade negotiations. Adams's controversial statements on his support for Israel's military actions in Gaza and his harsh stance on Islam have raised concerns about his suitability as a diplomatic envoy tasked with bridging the two nations. The situation highlights tensions between Malaysia's domestic sentiments and the Trump administration's diplomatic appointments, with the Senate expected to approve Adams's nomination despite local opposition.