President Donald Trump has nominated State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce to serve as the deputy representative of the United States to the United Nations, with the rank of ambassador. Announcing the move on Truth Social, Trump praised Bruce as a “Great Patriot” and a “Bestselling Author” who has been “serving with distinction” at the State Department. If confirmed by the Senate, Bruce will take on the post during a tense period in U.S. foreign policy, particularly amid international criticism of America’s support for Israel’s Gaza campaign.

Bruce, a former Fox News contributor and liberal activist-turned-conservative commentator, was appointed to her current role in January and has become a prominent voice in Trump’s second-term foreign policy efforts. Her nomination comes as the U.S. awaits Senate confirmation of Mike Waltz as the permanent U.N. ambassador, leaving a key diplomatic post temporarily unfilled.

Bruce drew national attention last week during a Fox News appearance addressing President Trump’s growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump criticized Russia’s continued aggression in Ukraine, saying, “They spend everything on war and killing people, and it doesn’t make sense to me.” His comments were seen as a departure from past diplomatic patience with Putin.

During that same segment, Bruce emphasized Trump’s commitment to diplomacy and transparency. She stated that the president’s remarks should be taken seriously by Russia and that the administration remains focused on using all available tools to curb further violence and instability.

Her nomination highlights Trump’s continued strategy of placing trusted media figures in high-level diplomatic roles. If confirmed, Bruce will be tasked with representing U.S. interests at the U.N. during a volatile time on the global stage. Senate confirmation hearings are expected soon.