Trump names ‘strong MAGA member’ David Brat as ambassador to Australia

US President Donald Trump has named former US representative David Brat as his pick for ambassador to Australia.

United States Studies Centre Honorary Associate Harry Melkonian claims Mr Brat is a “strong MAGA member” and is “very well politically connected to the White House”.

“With him in Canberra, there will literally be a direct voice to Donald Trump.”