Trump Appoints PayPal Co-Founder Ken Howery as U.S. Ambassador to Denmark, Emphasizes Greenland Ownership

Dec 22, 2024, 11:34 PM

President Donald Trump has appointed Ken Howery as the new U.S. Ambassador to Denmark. Howery, a co-founder of PayPal and a partner at Founders Fund, previously served as the U.S. Ambassador to Sweden, where he focused on enhancing defense, security, and economic relations. Trump's announcement was met with praise from various political figures, including Senator Hagerty, who highlighted Howery's previous contributions during the first Trump administration. In his statement, Howery expressed his honor at being nominated and acknowledged the importance of diplomacy in advancing U.S. interests abroad. Additionally, Trump reiterated the U.S. stance on Greenland, stating that its ownership is deemed a necessity for national security and freedom.