Trump names Orlando attorney Dan Newlin as Ambassador to Colombia

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Updated  December 11, 2024 10:40pm EST
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The Brief

    • President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Orlando attorney and former law enforcement officer Dan Newlin as the next U.S. ambassador to Colombia, praising his expertise in law enforcement and business.
    • Newlin, who hosted a major Trump fundraiser earlier this year, also donated $1 million to support families of victims from a shooting at a Trump rally.
    • In past social media posts, Newlin emphasized his commitment to unity and fostering progress in the United States through his efforts.

ORLANDO, Fla. - President-elect Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Orlando attorney Dan Newlin as the next U.S. ambassador to Colombia. 

Newlin, a former Orange County Sheriff’s Office detective with a multi-year law enforcement career, was praised by Trump for his blend of crime-fighting expertise and business acumen.

"With his Law Enforcement expertise enabling him to navigate complex international issues, and his business insights fostering economic partnerships, Newlin stands as a powerful advocate for U.S. interests, and a Champion for strengthening ties, and making a difference in the World," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. "Dan will do a great job!" 

RELATED: Attorney Dan Newlin hosts big-money Trump fundraiser at his Florida home

Newlin hosted a fundraiser for Trump earlier this year with tickets ranging from $5,000 to more than $824,000, as FOX 35 News reported in April. At the time, the Trump Campaign estimated it raised around $15 million. 

RELATED: Who is Dan Newlin? Donald Trump accepts $1 million check for victims of assassination attempt

During the Republican National Convention in July, a somber and bandaged Trump reflected on an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania that nearly claimed his life. He called for a moment of silence for Corey Comperatore, a retired fire chief killed at the rally. After walking over to a firefighter uniform representing Comperatore and kissing the helmet, Trump returned to the podium.

In a surprising moment, Trump announced a fundraiser to support the families of the victims who were shot, pulling out a check for $1 million. That check was from Newlin. 

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"A friend of mine, he just called up. He sent me a check. It's right here; I just got it. One million dollars from Dan Newlin. Thank you, Dan," Trump said. 

Newlin posted on social media that same day, "It has always been of utmost importance to me to bridge the divide and unite Americans, regardless of their political affiliations. Together, we have the power to achieve extraordinary feats and create a future that fills us with boundless excitement and pride for the United States of America." 

FOX 35 News has reached out to Newlin for comment and is awaiting a response. 

The Source: Information for this story was provided to FOX 35 News by President-elect Donald Trump's transition team and through previous reporting by FOX 35 News.