Career Timeline of Darren Beattie: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Darren Beattie, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Darren Jeffrey Beattie is an American conservative author and diplomat. As of 2025, he serves as the acting Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs.

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2011: Duke Chronicle Columnist

From 2011 to 2012, Darren Beattie wrote a biweekly column for the Duke Chronicle.

2012: Duke Chronicle Columnist

From 2011 to 2012, Darren Beattie wrote a biweekly column for the Duke Chronicle.

August 2018: Departure from the White House

In August 2018, it was reported that Darren Beattie no longer worked at the White House after his attendance at a 2016 meeting with white nationalists resurfaced.

2018: White House Speechwriter Controversy

In 2018, Darren Beattie's participation in a 2016 conference with white nationalist speakers resurfaced, impacting his role as a speechwriter in the White House during the first Trump administration.

April 2019: Hired as special advisor for speechwriting

In April 2019, U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz hired Darren Beattie as his special advisor for speechwriting.

November 2020: Appointment to U.S. Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad

In November 2020, Darren Beattie was appointed by Trump as a member of the U.S. Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad, which drew objections from various organizations.

January 2022: Forced resignation from U.S. Commission

In January 2022, the Biden administration forced Darren Beattie to resign from his position on the U.S. Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad.