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Kari Lake is being considered as a potential U.S. Ambassador to Mexico in Donald Trump’s future administration, following discussions sparked by supporters’ calls to utilize her expertise on border issues. Her recent appearance at Mar-a-Lago, where Trump warmly received her, has fueled speculation about her potential diplomatic role.
According to Semafor, “Kari Lake is a leading contender for the nomination as Donald Trump’s ambassador to Mexico, two people familiar with the situation told Semafor.” Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers responded enthusiastically on X, declaring “GREAT PICK!”
BREAKING NOW: Kari Lake is reportedly a “Top Contender” for Trump's ambassador to Mexico
THIS WOULD BE HUGE 🔥 pic.twitter.com/nk3x5bz2Kt
— Marjorie Taylor Greene Press Release (Parody) (@MTGrepp) December 9, 2024
The development follows Trump’s nomination of Christopher Landau, his previous Mexican ambassador, as Deputy Secretary of State under Marco Rubio’s potential leadership.
This consideration comes after Lake’s contested Senate race in Arizona, where irregularities were reported in several counties, including Maricopa, Pima, Yuma, and Cochise. Questions arose when Maricopa County released unexpected numbers just as Lake appeared poised to take the lead.
Adding to the controversy, Maricopa County’s chief election official, Stephen Richer, filed a defamation lawsuit against Lake before overseeing her election. Court documents revealed Richer’s self-described “anti-MAGA” stance and his stated mission to “make life hell for Kari Lake.”
WATCH: Fox News’ Peter Doocy reports Kari Lake is in the frame to become Trump’s U.S. ambassador to Mexico. “A key player in all the things Trump plans to do to fix the southern border,” notes @pdoocy. pic.twitter.com/VyX6E3lCu8
— TV News Now (@TVNewsNow) December 9, 2024
Fresh from her appearance at CPAC Argentina, Lake recently connected with Mexican actor Eduardo Verástegu, who shared their photo with the caption, “United, we are stronger!” Lake responded, “Yes! Together we can make America and Mexico great again.”
Her strong stance on border policies and recent diplomatic engagements position her as a potentially significant figure in U.S.-Mexico relations.