Ed McMullen
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Edward T. McMullen Jr. | |
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United States Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein | |
Assumed office November 21, 2017 | |
President | Donald Trump |
Preceded by | Suzan G. LeVine |
Personal details | |
Born | Edward Thomas McMullen Jr. May 1, 1964 |
Spouse | Margaret Ann Wade |
Education | Hampden–Sydney College |
Edward Thomas McMullen Jr. (born May 1, 1964) is an American political strategist and diplomat, serving as United States Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein since November 21, 2017.[1]
Prior to assuming his current role, he was the president of McMullen Public Affairs, an advertising and corporate public affairs company.[2]
McMullen was involved with Trump's successful 2016 presidential campaign, acting as chairman of the candidate's South Carolina Republican primary efforts, helping to plan the 2016 Republican National Convention, and serving as a member of Trump's transition team and as vice chair of the Trump inaugural committee.[3]
References
- ^ Gaither, Tanita (September 1, 2017). "SC political strategist McMullen nominated as ambassador to Switzerland". WISTV. Retrieved September 22, 2017.
- ^ "President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Personnel to Key Administration Posts". The White House. Retrieved September 20, 2017.
- ^ Marchant, Bristow (December 30, 2016). "SC consultant helped steer Trump to improbable victory". The State. Retrieved September 22, 2017.