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Trump Appoints Controversial Beattie Amid Brazil Tensions

3/2/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Darren Beattie, a hard-right critic of Brazil's government, to shape policy toward Brazil.
Beattie currently serves as the acting assistant secretary for educational and cultural affairs.
Brazilian officials are wary of Beattie's influence amid tensions after Trump imposed sanctions on Brazil.
Relations improved after a meeting between Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, with Lula planning to visit Washington in March.

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U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Darren Beattie, a hard-right critic of Brazil's government, to shape policy toward Brazil.
Beattie currently serves as the acting assistant secretary for educational and cultural affairs.
Brazilian officials are wary of Beattie's influence amid tensions after Trump imposed sanctions on Brazil.
Relations improved after a meeting between Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, with Lula planning to visit Washington in March.