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Donald Trump Appoints Mark Burnett, Creator of ‘The Apprentice’, as Special Envoy to United Kingdom

The Wrap
Story by Bruce HaringDecember 21, 2024 • 9:28 PM
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Trump taps 'Apprentice' mastermind Burnett as special envoy to UK, leveraging reality TV roots for diplomatic role.
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  • Burnett, the producer behind Trump's hit show, will now represent the President-elect's interests abroad, putting his proven TV instincts to the test on the world stage.
  • Insiders say this move signals Trump's intention to take an unorthodox, showbiz-driven approach to foreign relations, shaking up traditional diplomatic channels.
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