When U.S. ambassadors are seen as political lapdogs, they lose credibility abroad.

Trump’s loyalty test may cost America leverage where it needs it most.

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Trump’s insistence on personal loyalty from ambassadors could crimp US foreign policy

Ambassadors play a middle role between the countries where they serve and the one they represent. Trump insists their loyalty must be to the US.

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