US President Donald Trump has nominated Sergio Gor, a close aide and White House Director of Presidential Personnel, as the next United States ambassador to India. Gor, originally from Tashkent, Uzbekistan, will also serve as Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs if confirmed by the Senate. At 39, Gor would become the youngest ambassador to India, succeeding Eric Garcetti. Trump praised Gor's loyalty and pivotal role in his administration, highlighting his work on presidential campaigns and personnel appointments.

Gor has no previous professional ties to India and comes from a background in conservative politics, having served as a spokesman for lawmakers with far-right views and as a staffer for Senator Rand Paul. He joined Trump’s inner circle during the 2020 elections and quickly rose in influence, eventually overseeing White House personnel decisions. Gor's appointment signals a shift in diplomatic strategy for the region, which includes countries where the United States currently lacks ambassadors.