President Donald Trump has picked Nick Adams, a social media personality famous for his “alpha male” persona, as the next U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia. The White House sent this nomination to the Senate on July 9, 2025, causing a stir in diplomatic circles.
Adams, 40, became a U.S. citizen in 2021 after moving from Australia. He gained fame as a vocal Trump supporter and conservative commentator who regularly posts about masculine activities.
“I go to Hooters. I eat rare steaks. I lift extremely heavy weights. I read the Bible every night. I am pursued by copious amounts of women,” Adams once wrote in a popular social media post.
Many diplomats have questioned this choice, mainly because Adams has no formal diplomatic experience and has made controversial statements about Islam in the past. This is particularly important since Malaysia is a Muslim-majority country with about 35 million people.
Dr. Bridget Welsh, an expert on Southeast Asian politics, was shocked by the nomination. She believes Trump’s focus on loyalty rather than diplomatic experience “will inevitably undercut U.S. engagement with the region.”
Welsh also said, “The choice of Mr. Adams as the top diplomat to Malaysia reflects a lack of respect for and understanding of the country.” She warned that his past comments about Islam are “problematic” and will be noticed in Malaysia.
An unnamed Asian diplomat in Kuala Lumpur called the nomination “a gloomy day for American diplomacy in Malaysia.” They doubted Adams understands trade, defense, and other key aspects of U.S.-Malaysia relations.
Trump has praised Adams as an “incredible patriot and very successful entrepreneur” whose love for America “is an inspiration.” He also called Adams a “bestselling author, speaker, and commentator.”
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Adams responded with gratitude on social media, calling it “the honor of a lifetime” and saying that in “Trump’s America, all dreams come true.” He mentioned looking forward to the Senate confirmation process.
Before his U.S. career, Adams was Australia’s youngest deputy mayor in Ashfield at age 21. During his time there, he proposed getting rid of pigeons and had a public dispute with a journalist that led to his suspension from the Liberal Party.
Currently, Adams runs the Foundation for Liberty and American Greatness, a non-profit that promotes civics education. He has written several books, including “Alpha Kings,” which has a foreword by Trump.
The timing of this nomination is sensitive for U.S.-Malaysia relations. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticized Trump’s tariffs and opposed U.S. support for Israel. These tensions, along with Adams’s controversial statements, could affect the relationship between the two countries.
Not everyone views the nomination negatively. Shahriman Lockman, a Malaysian foreign policy analyst, suggested that Adams might bring a fresh approach as “someone who doesn’t have the limitations and restraints of career diplomats and potentially possessing a direct line to the president.”
Before Adams can take the position, he needs Senate confirmation. This process will examine his qualifications and past statements. If confirmed, he will replace current Ambassador Edgard Kagan.
As ambassador, Adams would represent U.S. interests in Malaysia, an important player in Southeast Asian politics and global trade, including the semiconductor industry. He would need to navigate complex relationships in a region where China’s influence is growing.
So far, the Malaysian government has not officially commented on the nomination.
