Andrew F. Puzder, a former fast-food executive known for his frequent commentary on economic and business issues on networks like Fox Business, has been chosen by President Trump to be the next U.S. ambassador to the European Union. It seems that Trump’s approach to the EU is akin to his treatment of predecessors—enjoying the ‘entertainment’ of tariffs. Puzder, lacking diplomatic experience, appears to be an unwise choice for an ambassadorship representing the U.S. in the wealthy nations of Europe. However, that’s the politics of the U.S., sometimes selecting individuals who share a similar temperament.
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