On December 13th, US President-elect Donald Trump announced that Peter Lamelas, a 66-year-old physician from Jackson, will be the United States’ next ambassador to Argentina, replacing Marc Stanley following a confirmation hearing.
Lamelas is not just a medical professional but also a notable Republican Party donor. He founded MD Now Urgent Care, which grew to be one of Florida’s largest urgent care networks. His career includes serving on the Florida Board of Medicine, being a town commissioner in Manalapan, Florida, and participating in various community and non-profit activities in South Florida.
Background and Achievements:
- Healthcare: Lamelas has over 20 years of experience in emergency medicine, with a successful track record in healthcare entrepreneurship.
- Public Service: His roles include being on the Department of Justice’s Medal of Valor Review Board and serving under former Governor Jeb Bush on the Florida Board of Medicine.
- Personal Story: Born in Cuba, Lamelas escaped the communist regime with his family, embodying the narrative of the American Dream by starting anew in the U.S. and achieving success.
Lamelas has already met with Argentina’s President Javier Milei at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago, indicating a potential alignment in political views, particularly concerning economic policies and governance. Lamelas has publicly praised Milei for his mission to “liberate” Argentina from what he perceives as the shackles of socialism and mismanagement.
Following the announcement, Lamelas expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm on X, emphasizing the renewed strength of the US-Argentina relationship under Trump’s leadership. His personal experiences with communism inform his advocacy for economic freedom and limited government, which he believes are crucial for national prosperity.
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