Trump’s Choice to Lead Hostage Negotiations Withdraws Nomination

Adam Boehler will continue to work as a special government employee in the administration.
Trump’s Choice to Lead Hostage Negotiations Withdraws Nomination
Adam Boehler, Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, speaks during a ceremony in Washington, on March 6, 2025. Evan Vucci /AP Photo
Jack Phillips
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The White House has confirmed that Adam Boehler was withdrawn as the president’s nominee to serve as the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs.

Boehler, who recently was working to secure the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, will work as a “special government employee” in the meantime, the White House said. The statement from the administration did not say why Boehler’s nomination was being withdrawn. The position requires Senate confirmation.

Jack Phillips
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