Trump nominates controversial Australian-American influencer Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador to Malaysia.

Former Sydney councillor and self-described "alpha male" Nick Adams has been nominated by President Trump to be the U.S. ambassador to Malaysia. Adams, an Australian-American influencer and conservative commentator, has no formal diplomatic experience but has gained notoriety for his outspoken support of Trump and his books on American values. The nomination, which requires Senate confirmation, has raised questions about prioritizing political loyalty over diplomatic expertise.