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Trump reveals long-awaited pick for top Australia post

Apr 28, 2026

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese — US President Donald Trump has taken more than a year to announce his pick for ambassador. -AAP Image

US President Donald Trump has announced his pick for the next American ambassador to Australia more than a year after the Republican leader's return to the White House.

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Former Virginia congressman David Brat was nominated for the ambassador role, which has been vacant since 2024.

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