President Donald Trump has chosen former fast food CEO Andrew Posader to serve as ambassador to the European Union. Posder was previously nominated to serve as secretary of labor during Trump’s first term, but ultimately withdrew due to Allegations Marital abuse, labor law violations and tax evasion.
Trump praised Puzder — the former chief of CKE Restaurants, the parent company of Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. Truth social post Nominations will be announced on Wednesday.
“During his 17-year tenure as CEO, Andy steered the company out of dire financial straits, allowing it to survive, be financially secure and thrive,” Trump added. “Andy will do an excellent job representing our nation’s interests in this important region. Congratulations Andy! “
Pozder celebrated the announcement in a post on X, saying, “It will be an honor to help implement the Trump administration’s policies internationally. I will protect the interests of America.
The latest nomination comes nearly eight years after Puzder withdrew his nomination on February 15, 2017, to lead the Department of Labor. He had come under fire for allegations of abuse by an ex-husband, which he has denied. His ex-wife also denied the claims as part of a child custody agreement, saying she “filed for divorce without any reason.” [Puzder’s] Knowledge and then the allegation of malfeasance was advised,” According to an open letter.
Posder too It drew criticism from Senate Republicans For employing an undocumented immigrant as a maid and failing to pay taxes for her services.
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