Agency or agencies for which nominator feels nominee is best suited:
Department of State
Department of Labor
Organization name(s) and position(s) for which nominator feels nominee is best suited:
Department of Foreign Services (specifically - for the Dominican Republic)
Policies which the nominator knows the nominee supports or in which they have expertise:
Nominator’s thoughts on what would make this nominee a valuable member of a future Trump Unity Government
Competence - Mr. Cruz brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in both public and corporate sectors, making him exceptionally well-prepared to represent the United States in the Dominican Republic. His recent role as New York State Director for a national campaign highlights his expertise in organizing, managing, and inspiring large teams to achieve historic results under tight constraints. Leading a grassroots effort, he coordinated volunteers across New York, mobilizing the state’s largest petition drive with over 135,000 signatures—a record-breaking achievement that demonstrates his competence in strategic planning, leadership, and community engagement.
Integrity and Transparency - Mr. Cruz is known for his unwavering integrity and commitment to honest, transparent decision-making. Throughout his career, he has always placed the interests of the people above personal or corporate gain, even when resources were scarce. In his campaign work, he established rigorous volunteer training programs and community partnerships built on trust and transparency, ensuring that everyone involved was respected and valued.
Respect for Freedom and the Constitution - A true patriot, Mr. Cruz has a deep respect for the freedoms guaranteed by our Constitution, including the right to dissent. He is steadfast in his belief that an effective leader must honor and protect these freedoms, encouraging open dialogue and empowering communities to express their voices freely and fully.
Proven Record of Public Service - Mr. Cruz’s commitment to public service extends beyond his campaign work. With over 20 years of experience at Verizon, he has consistently driven his teams to achieve excellence and embraced opportunities to foster growth and efficiency. His record shows a clear dedication to achieving positive outcomes for the people he serves, both in the corporate world and through his public service.
Courage to Uphold Accountability - Mr. Cruz’s strength of character is evidenced by his willingness to confront challenges and navigate complex situations. He is committed to holding himself and others to the highest standards, believing that any who betray the public trust must be held accountable.
Cultural and Diplomatic Insight - Fluent in Spanish and with deep cultural ties to the Dominican Republic. - Mr. Cruz is uniquely suited to connect with Dominican officials and communities alike. His familial connection with Dominican leadership, particularly within the Minister of Agriculture, further enhances his understanding of the country’s needs and priorities, equipping him to engage meaningfully on issues that matter most to both nations.
I am confident that Thomas A. Cruz will serve as a principled and effective representative to the Dominican Republic. His competence, integrity, and proven dedication to public service will contribute profoundly to the strength and unity of our partnership with the Dominican Republic.
When I joined the Robert Kennedy Jr. (RFKjr) presidential campaign as volunteer, Thomas was my team lead. He created a warm and inclusive culture and made it easy for me and others to integrate and start contributing as volunteers. I was primarily volunteering in Manhattan. He was always there for us with his requisite smile and would always make sure we had everything we needed. He made it truly fun and easy. I highly recommend him as the style he brings to the table can make people comfortable. He upholds the ideals of RFKJr and President Trump and would be great messenger in his own diplomatic way.
Everything that the Nominator and Mohan wrote about Thomas is true. Thomas also garnered strong support from New York’s Latino community, for Bobby, and then for Trump. Principled, loyal, hardworking, reliable, fantastic community organizer, cultural and linguistic fluency and high level of competence. Great choice for foreign service in the Dominican Republic.
Bronx moved 27+% for Trump. I wonder how much of that was rooted to the work of people like Thomas. We have to move NY blue 2026-28 and the boroughs of NYC are crucial in this. The mayor will support us. We need to work towards this and the likes of Thomas are very key.
I had the pleasure of working with Thomas Aristy Cruz. during my time as Mr. Robert Kennedy Jr.’s New York State Latino Outreach Coordinator, when he served as New York State Campaign Director. Thomas demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to the team, ensuring that each member was well-informed, prepared, and motivated to engage effectively with the public. His leadership, communication style and ability to overcome challenges played a key role in the success of Robert F Kennedy Jr’s campaign for presidency during a volatile time in New York.
Thomas brings not only a thoughtful, analytical approach but also a quiet, steady leadership style that inspires confidence. He not only stepped up when the state was struggling to find a leader, but lead by example, collaborating where possible and always leading with integrity.
Now that Thomas seeks to serve in the Trump administration with a focus on foreign relations, particularly in diplomacy, I think there is no better man for the Job.
His goal is to reestablishing economic and agricultural ties with the Dominican Republic. To foster commerce, trade, agricultural cooperation and housing development as bridges to strengthen both nations.
I believe his mastery of the language, of Dominican history and his connections to the country uniquely qualify him for this position. Notably, he brings a family connection to this endeavor, as his cousin, Mr. Hecmilio Galvan, is currently the Minister of Agriculture for the Dominican Republic—a relationship that could prove invaluable in building these ties.
I met Thomas when were both volunteering for RFK Jr’s campaign, before he was made NYS lead for the campaign. Thomas is very bright, enthusiastic, passionate and connected in his community. He has the necessary integrity to be a phenomenal asset to this administration. I highly recommend him for this position!
I met Thomas Cruz on the street in the Bronx, NYC in 2023. New Yorker’s would say da bronx or the boogie down! He was conversing with two people at once while giving out literature and speaking Spanish to one and English to the other. Thomas is a hard worker and an effective campaigner and crossing paths with him in NY was always a good experience. I’m sure he would do great in any job he takes on.