US President Donald Trump has nominated Tammy Bruce, a former Fox News host and current State Department spokesperson, as the Deputy Representative to the United Nations, with the rank of Ambassador. Trump praised Bruce, saying she has done a “fantastic job” in her current role and will represent the US “brilliantly” at the UN. Bruce has been serving as State Department spokesperson since January, defending several controversial US foreign policy decisions.
Before joining the State Department, Bruce worked as a Fox News conservative contributor for over 20 years and authored several books critical of liberals, including “Fear Itself: Exposing the Left’s Mind-Killing Agenda”. Trump described Bruce as a “Great Patriot, Television Personality, and Bestselling Author”. Her nomination requires Senate confirmation, and if approved, she will take on the role at a time when US policies, particularly Trump’s strong backing of Israel, have drawn criticism from some allies.
The nomination comes as the US remains without a permanent UN ambassador. Trump’s nominee for UN ambassador, Mike Waltz, has yet to be confirmed by the Senate. The current acting ambassador to the UN is Dorothy Shea, a career diplomat who served as deputy ambassador in 2024. Bruce’s appointment will be crucial in representing the US at the UN, especially with the ongoing complex global issues.
As Deputy Representative to the UN, Bruce will play a key role in shaping US foreign policy and representing the country’s interests at the UN. Her experience as State Department spokesperson and her background in conservative politics will likely influence her approach to the role. The Senate will scrutinize her nomination, and if confirmed, she will be expected to work closely with the UN ambassador and other stakeholders to advance US interests.
Bruce’s nomination now heads to the Senate for confirmation. The process will likely involve scrutiny of her qualifications, experience, and views on various global issues. If confirmed, she will take on the role of Deputy Representative to the UN, working to promote US interests and values at the international level.
