Trump nominates Trinidad-born Jennifer Johnson-Carroll as US ambassador

Johnson-Carroll, who was born in Arouca, made history in 2010 when she became Florida’s first female lieutenant governor and the first Black person elected to statewide office in the state. A US Navy veteran, she served for 20 years, rising from jet mechanic to lieutenant commander before entering politics.

She later served in the Florida House of Representatives and was involved in economic development initiatives, trade missions and efforts to expand business links between Florida and international partners.

Johnson-Carroll has maintained ties to Trinidad and Tobago throughout her career and has previously led trade missions aimed at strengthening commercial relations between Florida and the twin-island republic.Her nomination comes as the United States and Trinidad and Tobago continue cooperation on energy, security, trade and regional issues.