Conservative author Darren Beattie, known for spreading conspiracy theories about the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and advocating for white men to be in charge, has been appointed as acting undersecretary of state for public diplomacy by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Beattie confirmed the appointment in a letter on his website, indicating his suspension from editorial involvement to focus on his new role. His appointment was celebrated by Revolver News, which called it a blow to critics who label him a conspiracy theorist. Beattie has a history of making inflammatory remarks, including stating that competent white men should be in charge and promoting baseless theories such as the “Fedsurrection” regarding the Capitol attack. Despite being fired from the Trump White House in 2018, Beattie remained influential in conservative circles and was hired as a senior adviser by Rep. Matt Gaetz in 2019. He also served on a commission for the preservation of Holocaust sites, a move criticized by the Anti-Defamation League. The Biden administration requested his resignation from the post in 2022. Beattie’s controversial views and past affiliations have attracted scrutiny and criticism throughout his career, but his appointment to a top position at the State Department reflects the influence of his narratives within certain political circles.
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