US President Donald Trump has announced Sergio Gor as his nominee for the next US Ambassador to the Republic of India. In addition to this diplomatic role, Gor will also serve as Special Envoy for South
and Central Asian Affairs. The announcement was made by Trump on Truth Social on Friday.
Sergio Gor currently serves as the Director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office and will continue in this role until his nomination is confirmed. Trump expressed confidence in Gor’s ability to further the “MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN” agenda in the “most populous region in the world.”
In his statement, Trump offered high praise for Gor, calling him “a great friend” and highlighting his long-standing loyalty and involvement in the Trump political movement. “He worked on my Historic Presidential Campaigns, published my Best Selling Books, and ran one of the biggest Super PACs, which supported our Movement,” Trump noted.
Congratulations to @SergioGor! Sergio helped President Trump put together the best team in history, and he will be a great Ambassador for the Trump Administration overseas. pic.twitter.com/A2ujPZOKje
— Karoline Leavitt (@PressSec) August 22, 2025
Reacting to the development, US State Secretary said on X,” I am excited about the Presidents decisions to nominate @SergioGor to be our next Ambassador to India. He will be an excellent representative of America in one of the most important relationships our nation has in the world.”
I am excited about the Presidents decisions to nominate @SergioGor to be our next Ambassador to India. He will be an excellent representative of America in one of the most important relationships our nation has in the world.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) August 22, 2025
Gor’s nomination comes nearly seven months after Eric Garcetti stepped down as the 26th US Ambassador to India.
