Constance J. Milstein is an American attorney and businesswoman who serves as the United States ambassador to Malta since October 2022.
Constance Milstein | |
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| United States Ambassador to Malta | |
| Assumed office October 27, 2022 | |
| President | Joe Biden |
| Preceded by | G. Kathleen Hill |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | New York University (BS) North Carolina Central University (JD) |
Early life and education edit
Milstein earned her Bachelor of Science from New York University and her Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University.[1]
Career edit
She co-founded Ogden CAP Properties, LLC. She has an extensive history of advocating for veterans and active military members; She is a founding board member of Blue Star Families, as well as founding Dog Tag bakery, which helps disabled veterans. Milstein has worked with several groups surrounding geopolitical issues and relations, including the School of Diplomacy and International Relations at Seton Hall University, United Nations Association, Refugees International, and UN Watch.
Obama administration edit
During the Obama administration, Milstein served as an aide to the Secretary of the Army.[1]
United States ambassador to Malta edit
On December 8, 2021, President Joe Biden nominated Milstein to be the ambassador to Malta.[1] Hearings on her nomination were held before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on May 4, 2022. The committee favorably reported the nomination on May 18, 2022. The Senate confirmed her nomination on August 6, 2022, by a 57–34 vote.[2] She presented her credentials to President George Vella on October 27, 2022.[3]
Awards and recognitions edit
Milstein has won several awards, including the Angel Award from Blue Star Families; she has also won the Distinguished Service Award from the New York University College of Arts & Science and the Albert Gallatin Medal from there as well.[1]
Personal life edit
References edit
- ^ a b c d e "President Biden Announces Key Nominees". The White House. 8 December 2021. Retrieved 22 July 2022.
- ^ "PN1466 — Constance J. Milstein — Department of State 117th Congress (2021-2022)". US Congress. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
- ^ "U.S. Ambassador to Malta Constance J. Milstein Presents Credentials to H.E. President George Vella". United States Department of State. 2022-10-27. Retrieved 2022-10-27.