Sergio Gor Confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to India Amid Government Shutdown

Sergio Gor was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the new Ambassador to India on October 7, 2025, through an en bloc vote (51-47).
His confirmation included 107 nominees and happened despite an ongoing U.S. government shutdown.
Gor also holds the role of Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs.
President Trump nominated him on August 22, 2025, calling Gor a "great friend who has been at my side for many years."

Born Sergey Gorokhovsky in Tashkent (1986), he moved to Malta and later to the U.S. in 1999.
A George Washington University graduate, he was active in conservative politics and Republican campaigns.
Worked for Sen. Rand Paul, was a fundraiser for John McCain's 2008 campaign, and helped run Trump’s 2020 finance committee.
Co-founded Winning Team Publishing with Donald Trump Jr., publishing books like Letters to Trump.
Became Director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office in 2025, overseeing loyalty-based vetting of nominees.

“The US-India partnership will define the 21st century.” - Sergio Gor at Senate hearing

He aims to boost trade, defense cooperation, and counter China’s influence through alliances like the Quad.
His dual envoy role also covers regional issues, including Pakistan and Kashmir, raising sensitivity in India.

Elon Musk accused Gor of derailing a NASA nomination and lacking security clearance, calling him a “snake.”
Concerns in India and the U.S. over his lack of foreign policy experience and potential interference in regional affairs.
Some praise his direct access to Trump, while others worry about the politicization of diplomacy.

Gor replaces Eric Garcetti, who left in January 2025.
Tensions remain due to Trump-era tariffs, India’s Russian oil imports, and trade disputes.
Lawmakers urged Trump to ease tariffs, warning they “harm American consumers and Indian-American communities.”
Supporters expect Gor to advance trade, defense, tech, and energy cooperation.