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flag The U.S. withdrew Nick Adams' ambassador nomination to Malaysia on Feb. 24, 2026, due to backlash over his controversial remarks.

flag The U.S. has withdrawn its nomination of Nick Adams, a controversial Australian-American conservative commentator and naturalized U.S. citizen, for ambassador to Malaysia, a decision confirmed on February 24, 2026. flag His nomination, announced in July 2025, faced strong opposition in Malaysia due to his Islamophobic remarks, pro-Israel stance, and inflammatory social media posts, sparking protests and diplomatic concerns. flag The Senate never confirmed the nomination, and it lapsed without formal action. flag Adams, who claimed a new undisclosed role within the administration, is no longer a candidate, with the White House expected to appoint a career diplomat instead.

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