Australia's ambassador to the U.S., Kevin Rudd, faces scrutiny over deleted posts criticizing Trump.

Kevin Rudd, Australia's ambassador to the United States, faced scrutiny after deleting past social media posts criticizing Donald Trump. Rudd had called Trump a "traitor to the West" and the "most destructive president in history," to which Trump responded by calling Rudd "a little bit nasty" and "not the brightest bulb." Despite this, Rudd's position was supported by the Australian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, though questions arose about his suitability as ambassador under the Trump administration. The UK had extended the term of its ambassador to Washington, Dame Karen Pierce, highlighting different approaches to diplomatic relations during Trump's presidency.

November 11, 2024
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