Bulwark Takes Trump Appoints “Alpha Male” Twitter Troll U.S. Ambassador?!
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Jul 11, 2025 
Will Sommer, a journalist specializing in right-wing media and online extremism, joins to discuss the outrageous appointment of Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador to Malaysia. Adams, a self-proclaimed 'alpha male' known for his quirky social media presence, raises eyebrows with his wild past and online antics. Sommer and the host humorously dissect how a TikTok influencer's rise highlights the bizarre intersection of social media fame and traditional diplomacy. They also explore the implications of such appointments in today's political landscape, likening it to wrestling kayfabe.
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Unconventional Alpha Male Ambassador
- Nick Adams is a self-proclaimed "alpha male" with a social media persona centered on exaggerated masculinity and Trump devotion.
- His lack of traditional diplomatic experience makes his ambassador appointment particularly unusual and striking.
Internet Persona Meets Reality
- The internet has blurred lines between online personas and real-life roles, as seen in Adams' posting leading to an ambassador role.
- This shift reflects how online influence increasingly intersects with actual political power.
Pigeon Prank and MAGA Rise
- Nick Adams was deputy mayor of a town in Australia and staged a pigeon eradication press event with fake bird feed to create a problem.
- His political career in Australia ended but he gained MAGA popularity in the U.S. through persistent social media postings.
