President Trump
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Trump had initially intended Nauert, who served as spokeswoman under former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson
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The intention to nominate Nauert, a former host of "Fox & Friends," drew criticism from Democrats who said she didn't have enough experience for the post.
Nauert subsequently withdrew herself from consideration in February amid questions that she had employed a nanny who did not have the proper visa to work in the U.S. Nauert reportedly disclosed the nanny matter to officials at the start of the vetting process.
Trump instead nominated Kelly Knight Craft, his ambassador to Canada, for the position. Her nomination was sent to the Senate for confirmation last week.
The White House selects numerous young Americans each year to serve as fellows. Members of the commission interview and help select the fellowship winners.
Updated at 8:46 a.m.
