Andrew F. Puzder, nominated by President Trump as the U.S. ambassador to the EU, lacks foreign policy experience but has a strong background in business and economic commentary. His appointment raises concerns due to Trump's contentious history with the EU, including a trade war initiated by tariffs and possible future tariffs. Puzder will face pressing issues such as the Ukraine conflict, European military spending, and the political rise of right-wing parties. The ambassadorship is further complicated by Trump's previous firing of Gordon Sondland amid impeachment investigations over Ukraine policy.
‘Mr. Trump clashed with the bloc in 2018, briefly imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum that prompted retaliatory measures by the European Union against billions in American goods.’
‘The position could also be precarious. Mr. Trump fired his first ambassador to the European Union, Gordon Sondland, after he testified to Congress during Mr. Trump's first impeachment inquiry.’
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