What will be Richard Grenell's impact on U.S. international relations by end of 2025?
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Analysis from international relations experts and official government reports
Trump Appoints Richard Grenell as Envoy for Venezuela and North Korea Missions
Dec 15, 2024, 12:16 AM
On December 14, 2024, President Donald Trump announced that Richard Allen Grenell will serve as the Presidential Envoy for Special Missions. Grenell, who previously served as U.S. Ambassador to Germany and acting Director of National Intelligence, will handle some of the world's most dangerous places, including Venezuela and North Korea. "Ric will serve in the hottest spots around the world, including Venezuela and North Korea," Trump said. Trump added that Grenell will continue to fight for "Peace through Strength" and always put America First.
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