Trump picks Kari Lake as Voice of America director

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Kari Lake as the new director of Voice of America, a move that places a firm Trump ally and immigration hardliner at the helm of the congressionally funded global broadcaster. Lake, a former Phoenix TV anchor, gained national attention after her unsuccessful bids for Arizona governor and Senate. Known for her outspoken support of Trump and criticism of the media, she previously gained notoriety for spreading Covid-19 misinformation and vowing to be a “journalist’s worst nightmare” if elected.