On May 30, Monica Crowley was officially sworn in as ambassador and chief of protocol of the United States by the Senate on May 30. Crowley was officially nominated to this position last year, December, 2024 by the US President Donald Trump's administration.She was mocked for her blinging white hair and orange spray tan. Crowley told President Trump after being sworn in: You looked at the forgotten men and women of this country….Straight in the eye and said I see you, I hear you, and I will be your champion. Expressing her excitement, she shared the news on X, I’m so honored to be CONFIRMED by the Senate to serve as Ambassador and Chief of Protocol of the United States! Deeply grateful to President Trump & the Senate for the privilege of representing our great country at home & abroad. Excited to get back to work for the greatest President and for America! , she added.ALSO READ: Will you get a refund for Trump tariffs after federal court's ruling? Check detailsMonica Crowley's look into limelightWhile her appointment drew attention, it was Monica Crowley's appearance that truly stole the spotlight, with many comparing her to Donald Trump. One social media user remarked, Wow, she's literally Trump's twin, while another joked, This video proves Monica Crowley definitely has a spray tan and bleached blond hair. In a December announcement, Trump revealed that Crowley would serve as the administration’s representative for key US-hosted events, including the country’s 250th birthday celebration in 2026, the FIFA World Cup the same year, and the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The U.S. Travel Association applauded her nomination, describing her role as pivotal in promoting the U.S. on the global stage.“The speed of this appointment gives us confidence that President Trump is committed to making the most of the upcoming decade of major international events,” said Geoff Freeman, the association’s CEO. “These landmark moments will draw millions of travelers to America, showcase the best of our nation, and deliver lasting economic benefits.”ALSO READ: Bella and Gigi Hadid reveal shocking family secret as they discover their half sister Aydan NixHowever, Crowley’s past resurfaced amid the announcement, specifically the plagiarism controversy that derailed her earlier political trajectory. In 2017, during Trump’s first term, Crowley had been tapped to become Senior Director of Strategic Communications for the National Security Council. She ultimately withdrew from consideration after reports emerged that she had plagiarized extensively in her 2012 book What The (Bleep) Just Happened... Again?, with passages allegedly lifted from various sources, including news outlets and Wikipedia. In response, publisher HarperCollins ceased selling the book.At the time, a member of the Trump transition team dismissed the accusations as a politically motivated attack. Crowley herself framed her decision to step aside as personal. Speaking to The Washington Times, she said: “After much reflection, I greatly appreciate being asked to be part of President-elect Trump’s team and will continue to enthusiastically support him and his agenda for American renewal. I have decided to remain in New York to pursue other opportunities and will not be taking a position in the incoming administration.”ALSO READ: Elon Musk exits White House, 'poaches' top Trump aide Stephen Miller's wife Katie for private sector roleWho is Monica Crowley?Monica Crowley is a prominent American political commentator, author, and former government official. Born in Arizona, she is a New York Times best-selling author, known for her books What the (Bleep) Just Happened? and The Happy Warrior’s Guide to the Great American Comeback.Crowley holds a dual Master’s degree from Colgate University and earned a Ph.D. in International Relations from Columbia University. She served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Public Affairs during President Donald Trump’s first term, where she received the department's highest honor, the Alexander Hamilton Award, for her distinguished service.ALSO READ: DOGE's latest action amid crackdown on federal spending days after Elon Musk quits Trump teamA well-known television and radio personality, Crowley has worked as a political and foreign affairs analyst for Fox News Channel, Fox Business Network, ABC News, NBC News, and other major networks. She currently hosts The Monica Crowley Podcast.Earlier in her career, from 1990 until his death in 1994, Crowley served as foreign policy assistant to former President Richard Nixon. Drawing from that experience, she authored two best-selling books: Nixon Off the Record and Nixon in Winter.In addition to her media and government roles, Crowley has contributed to numerous national publications, including The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Post, The Los Angeles Times, and Newsweek. She has also served as a guest lecturer at prestigious universities such as Yale, Columbia, Rutgers, and MIT.