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Donald Trump Appoints Mark Burnett as Special Envoy to United Kingdom

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Trump taps reality TV producer Mark Burnett as special envoy to the UK, hoping to leverage his 'diplomatic acumen' and 'international recognition'.
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  • Burnett, the former chairman of MGM and creator of hit shows like 'Survivor' and 'The Apprentice', will focus on areas like trade, investment, and cultural exchanges in his new diplomatic role.
  • Despite Burnett's past ties to Trump, he distanced himself from the ex-president's 2016 campaign, saying he 'reject[s] the hatred, division and misogyny' associated with it.
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Donald Trump, Mark Burnett, MGM, Survivor, Shark Tank, The Voice, The Apprentice
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