Key Facts

• David Perdue, a former senator from Georgia, has been confirmed as the U.S. ambassador to China.
• This appointment occurs during a period of increased trade tensions between the U.S. and China.
• Perdue has been labeled as "anti-China" during his time in Congress.
• The Senate vote was in Perdue's favor, with 67 in support and 29 against.
• Despite tense relations, Trump suggested that Perdue would be important for maintaining peace and a good relationship with China.
• Perdue has criticized China often, advocating for a stronger U.S. Navy due to China's rising military strength in the Pacific.
• Before his political career, Perdue worked in business at companies like Dollar General and Reebok.
• Perdue lost his Senate seat to Jon Ossoff in 2020 and also lost a bid to unseat Republican Brian Kemp for governor in 2022.