Trump appointment of junior official sparks State Department resistance

April 7, 2025, 5:21 pm

The appointment of a junior official by President Trump to oversee personnel operations at the State Department has met with vigorous opposition from both current and former diplomats. Critics, including union representatives, argue that the move politicizes a critical administrative role and undermines established practices within the department. The controversy has ignited a broader debate about the balance between political appointments and professional expertise in government functions, as stakeholders call for a reevaluation of the nomination process.

citynews.ca / Trump appointment of junior official to oversee State Department personnel meets resistance

Junior officer's appointment as head of the State Department’s personnel office has drawn criticism from current and former diplomats and their union groups, including the American Foreign Service Association and the American Academy of Diplomacy.

winnipegfreepress.com / Trump appointment of junior official to oversee State Department personnel meets resistance

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