Trump appoints former Kentucky GOP Senate candidate to become ambassador to Colombia

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: June 2, 2026

Words: 255

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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President Donald Trump has nominated former Republican U.S. Senate candidate Nate Morris to become ambassador to Colombia.

Morris’ nomination was among dozens sent to the U.S. Senate Monday evening. The chamber has confirmation power over the president’s appointees.

Morris had been one of several Republicans vying to succeed Kentucky U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, but he dropped out of the race ahead of the primary last month after Trump endorsed another GOP …

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