Pete Hoekstra

Pete Hoekstra

politician United States

Pete Hoekstra is a former U.S. Congressman and the Michigan Republican Party chairperson. He was nominated to be the U.S. Ambassador to Canada, where he asserted the country's sovereignty in response to President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about annexation. Hoekstra's confirmation hearing highlighted the tense state of U.S.-Canada relations during Trump's presidency, particularly in light of trade disputes and tariffs. Known for his political career in Michigan, Hoekstra has a strong background in international relations and has been involved in various discussions regarding trade and diplomacy.

Born on Oct 30, 1963 (62 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
5 wks
Reach
245,416
Power
10,813$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 4 5.00 0.37% +50% 38,005,238 212,122 $1,700,000 9,488$
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 33,294 $2,700,000 1,324$
Totals 5 105,891,249 245,416 $4,400,000 10,812$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: A quote from his piece was picked up by Time magazine and included in an article about Pete Hoekstra, U.S. Ambassador to Canada. 4

The Globe and Mail: The Beaverton’s Ian MacIntyre reflects on his satire being taken seriously by Time magazine

Canada Canada: Pete Hoekstra is the U.S. Ambassador to Canada who criticized targeting the U.S. President before elections. 5

The Globe and Mail: Trump’s recent troubles are a blessing for Canada

Canada Canada: U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra told a business audience that he expects stalled trade talks between the two countries to resume. 7

The Globe and Mail: U.S. ambassador expects Trump to resume trade talks with Canada, but warns of challenging negotiations

Canada Canada: U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra is facing internal criticism over his management of the Michigan Republican Party before he took up his duties as Donald Trump’s voice in Canada. 4

The Globe and Mail: U.S. envoy to Canada left Michigan GOP with $1-million debt, party critics say

United Kingdom United Kingdom: The commercial reportedly led to an 'expletive-laced tirade' between US envoy Pete Hoekstra and Ontario trade representative David Paterson. 4

BBC: Canada PM Carney apologises to Trump over tariff ad