According to the Daily Mail, President Trump has nominated ex-Fox News host and current State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce to serve as deputy representative to the United Nations. Bruce, who has spent the first six months of the president’s second term as Sen. Marco Rubio’s media liaison, now faces Senate confirmation for the high-profile diplomatic post.
Trump praised Bruce as a “great patriot, television personality and bestselling author,” noting she has served “with distinction” since joining his administration. Her quick rise adds to the list of former Fox News figures elevated to senior positions under Trump.
Bruce, known for her outspoken political commentary, will step into the role at a time when the U.S. does not have a permanent ambassador at the United Nations. Congressman Mike Waltz, Trump’s nominee for that position, had his confirmation hearing in July but awaits a Senate vote. Until his confirmation, Bruce’s role could be especially visible on the world stage.
The president’s announcement follows a pattern of bringing television personalities into senior government roles. Past examples include Judge Jeanine Pirro as U.S. attorney for D.C., Pete Hegseth as defense secretary, and Dan Bongino as deputy FBI director.
Critics, however, have pointed to Bruce’s prior controversial statements, including remarks on Israel during an interview with i24 News, as possible flashpoints during her confirmation process. Supporters argue her media background gives her an advantage in shaping America’s messaging abroad.
Since Trump’s second term began, Bruce has helmed State Department briefings during some of the administration’s most sensitive foreign policy moments. She oversaw communications during the Iran-Israel bombings, delivering frequent updates and cautioning Americans — especially dual nationals — against traveling to Iran.
While briefing reporters on Iran policy, Bruce consistently reinforced Trump’s ultimate authority on strategic decisions. She described Iran’s nuclear infrastructure as being left in “shambles” after U.S. strikes, though Pentagon intelligence indicated the damage only delayed nuclear progress by several months.
Her handling of these high-pressure communications has been cited by allies as evidence of her readiness to represent the U.S. at the UN. Still, Democrats in the Senate are expected to scrutinize her tendency to echo the president’s talking points without publicly challenging them.
Bruce’s political shift is also likely to be a topic in her confirmation hearings. Once a longtime Democrat, she made a public pivot to Republican politics, embracing the MAGA movement and quickly gaining Trump’s trust.
Her transformation from media pundit to political insider mirrors other high-profile figures who’ve transitioned from commentary to policymaking in the Trump era. That trajectory has been both celebrated as a fresh approach and criticized as prioritizing loyalty over policy expertise.
In her own statement following Trump’s announcement, Bruce expressed gratitude for the president’s trust. “I’ve been honored to serve as spokesperson, and now I’m blessed that in the next few weeks my commitment to advancing America First leadership and values continues on the global stage in this new post. Onward!” she wrote.
Like Waltz, Bruce’s appointment must clear a majority vote in the Republican-led Senate. While that political makeup boosts her chances, confirmation hearings may become contentious as senators weigh her diplomatic readiness and past public remarks.
Foreign policy experts note that media skill does not always translate into effective diplomacy. However, in the Trump administration, the ability to communicate directly, forcefully, and in alignment with the president’s agenda is often a top qualification.
If confirmed, Bruce would be tasked with representing U.S. positions at a time of heightened global tensions, including ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Her ability to navigate complex negotiations while staying in step with Trump’s foreign policy vision will likely define her tenure.
