Trump appoints (and rebukes) Morgan Ortagus as deputy Middle East envoy
Briefly

President-elect Trump appointed Morgan Ortagus as deputy special presidential envoy for Middle East peace, noting her past criticism but highlighting her strong Republican support.
Ortagus, a national security expert, will strengthen the White House 'Peace Team' amid ongoing violence in Gaza, representing significant strategic reinforcement.
Despite having criticized Trump's isolationist foreign policy during the 2016 primaries, Trump ultimately appointed Ortagus, emphasizing her credentials and Republican connections.
Trump's appointment underscores a pragmatic approach, blending past tensions with the need for effective leadership in a complex Middle Eastern landscape.
Read at Axios
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