Pennsylvania lawmaker nominated as Ambassador to Slovakia by President Trump

University makes new review of Mastriano's doctoral research FILE - Pennsylvania Republican gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano speaks during a campaign stop in Erie, Pa., Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022. A Canadian university that granted a doctorate in history to Mastriano is investigating a fresh complaint about his work that makes hundreds of allegations of academic fraud. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File) (David Dermer/AP)

By WPXI.com News Staff

A Pennsylvania lawmaker has been nominated to serve as the United States Ambassador to Slovakia.

Doug Mastriano, a Republican, currently serves in the State Senate. He has represented Franklin and Adams counties since 2019.

“I am deeply honored and humbled by President Trump’s nomination to serve as United States Ambassador to the Slovak Republic. Upon Senate confirmation, I look forward to representing our nation abroad, strengthening the friendship between our two countries, and advancing the interests of the American people,” Mastriano said.

Mastriano will need to be confirmed by the United States Senate.

“In the meantime, I remain fully committed to serving the people of Pennsylvania’s 33rd Senatorial District and will continue fulfilling my responsibilities,” Mastriano said.

Mastriano was a candidate for Pennsylvania governor, but lost to Josh Shapiro in 2022.

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