119th Congress Nominee record
Laurence Socha
Latest nomination Department of State
- Nomination records
- 1 nomination record
- Cited sources
- 2 cited sources
- Nomination snapshot
At a glance
Laurence Socha's ambassadorial statement describes a diplomatic career spanning four continents, with substantial work in Africa and public diplomacy.
Summary sources: [1]
Also recorded or identified as: Laurence J. Socha.
Nomination outcomes below are from the Oct 14, 2026 snapshot. Congress.gov may show subsequent actions.
Career and documented accomplishments
- He reported representing the United States in 12 countries and dedicating roughly a third of his career to African relationships. [1]
- He described communicating with foreign audiences and experience with security challenges in Nigeria and Somalia. [1]
- The Senate confirmation list records August 7, 2026 confirmation to the Gambia ambassadorship. [2]
Role and nomination context
- His July 2026 statement set out proposed priorities in citizen protection, economic relations and regional security. These are nomination commitments, not evidence of completed mission results. [1]
Nomination history
PN1022-34: Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of The Gambia
Confirmed- Recorded name
- Laurence Socha
- Organization
- Department of State
- Listed state
- Illinois
- Received
- Latest action
- Recorded vote
- 51–47
Latest recorded action
Confirmed by the Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 47. Record Vote Number: 225.
What the sources establish
- The testimony is the nominee's own account.
- A degree and institution were not independently established.
- Senate confirmation does not establish an oath or credential-presentation date.
Sources and review date
Career and role sources reviewed . These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.
- Statement of Laurence J. Socha, July 16, 2026
Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Reviewed .
- Nominations Confirmed: Laurence Socha, PN1022-34
U.S. Senate. Reviewed .
Understanding these records
PN means presidential nomination. Each numbered record tracks a proposal sent to the Senate.
A Senate confirmation approves a nomination; it is not proof of current tenure or an appointment taking effect. These entries show received dates and the latest recorded action, rather than a complete legislative action timeline.
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