Donald Trump to rehire ex-speechwriter Darren Beattie who he fired in his first term in 2018; here's all about him

US President Donald Trump is now reportedly all set to appoint Darren Beattie who is the actual controversial figure and was also previously fired as a White House speechwriter to a significant role as the acting undersecretary for public diplomacy and public affairs at the State Department, reported Daily Beast.

According to Daily Beast, Darren Beattie was dismissed in the year 2018 after it was revealed that he spoke at a conference associated with white nationalists only. Now, his appointment has raised some serious concerns due to his history of promoting conspiracy theories while including unfounded claims regarding the January 6 Capitol riot.

During a recent podcast appearance, Darren Beattie reiterated his controversial views while alleging that the FBI was aware of pipe bombs left at congressional offices and then accusing former US President Joe Biden of orchestrating a cover up, asserted Daily Beast. He has also been extremely critical of the US foreign policy specifically regarding aid to Ukraine and has made serious statements that some consider racially charged.


The Anti-Defamation League previously condemned the appointment of Darren Beattie to the Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad while citing his associations with extremist groups, noted Daily Beast. In spite of this backlash, he has still maintained a prominent position within the circle of US President Donald Trump and now continues to influence the approach of the administration to public diplomacy.

The new role of Darren Beattie will now oversee the public outreach and press strategies of the State Department while further embedding him within the framework of the current administration.

FAQs:

Who got recently appointed as the acting undersecretary for public diplomacy and public affairs at the State Department?

US President Donald Trump is now reportedly set to appoint Darren Beattie who is the controversial figure and was previously fired as a White House speechwriter to a significant role as acting undersecretary for public diplomacy and public affairs at the State Department.

When was Darren Beattie dismissed and why?

Darren Beattie was dismissed in the year 2018 after it was revealed that he spoke at a conference associated with white nationalists only.