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Ambassador Carlos Trujillo (Ret.) on Building a Firm That Wins in the New Washington
In a wide-ranging profile, Carlos Trujillo discusses the firm's founding mission, its unique approach to government relations, and the future of public affairs in a rapidly shifting political landscape.
Leaders Magazine January 7, 2026
2026
Ivan Rodriguez-Seda Joins Continental Strategy's Jax Office
"He has a proven record of delivering results on complex issues, securing hundreds of millions in funding, and building coalitions internationally."
Firm News April 14, 2026 Florida Politics
Continental Strategy Lands Vance's Middle East Adviser in Latest White House Hire
Wesam Hassanein, former Middle East policy adviser to Vice President JD Vance, joins Continental Strategy's growing federal practice.
Firm News March 23, 2026 Bloomberg
K Street's Trump Boom
Continental Strategy featured among the firms reshaping Washington's lobbying landscape during the current administration.
Press February 13, 2026 Sludge
2025
Continental Strategy snags top trade expert from Trump administration
'While other consultants can only speculate about policy directions, George was in the room where decisions were made.'
Press September 24, 2025 Florida Politics
Trump-Connected Lobbyists Expand Influence Across Latin America and Caribbean
Continental Strategy's international footprint draws national attention as the firm deepens ties across the Western Hemisphere.
Press May 16, 2025 The Guardian
The MAGA Lobbyists Upending Washington with McDonald's and Bear Hunting
A profile of Continental Strategy's unconventional approach to relationship-building and its rapid rise on K Street.
Press April 28, 2025 The Wall Street Journal
In Trump's Washington, It Pays to Be From Florida
Continental Strategy's Florida roots and deep ties to the administration position the firm at the center of the new Washington.
Press March 9, 2025 The Wall Street Journal
John Barsa Joins Continental Strategy as D.C. Partner
Former Acting USAID Administrator John Barsa brings decades of federal experience to the firm's Washington office.
Firm News June 17, 2025 Florida Politics
Craig Carbone, Veteran Rick Scott Staffer, Joins Continental Strategy as Partner
Carbone brings extensive Senate and campaign experience to the firm's expanding Florida and federal practice.
Firm News June 9, 2025 Florida Politics
2024
Ambassador Carlos Trujillo (Ret.) Explains "Massive Disconnect" Between Voters and Democratic Party on CNN
Post-election analysis on the forces driving Latino and working-class voters toward the Republican Party in 2024.
Video Press November 9, 2024 CNN
Ambassador Carlos Trujillo (Ret.) on Latino Support for Rule of Law in Immigration: A Response to Media Misconceptions
Trujillo pushes back on prevailing narratives, arguing that Latino support for enforcement-first immigration policy reflects mainstream community values.
Press October 24, 2024 Time
The Political Journey of a Top Latino Strategist for Trump
Why Carlos Trujillo thinks that Latinos across the country can be persuaded to see Trump the way that immigrant conservatives in Florida do.
Press October 23, 2024 The New Yorker
Economic Pressures and the Latino Vote: Insights from Ambassador Carlos Trujillo (Ret.) on NBC News with Tom Llamas
Ambassador Trujillo discusses how inflation and economic anxiety are reshaping the political calculus for Latino voters in key swing states.
Video Press October 23, 2024 NBC News
Trujillo: Senator Rubio is "Most Qualified" and "Strongest Candidate" to Lead State Department
Ahead of the 2024 election, Trujillo endorsed Senator Marco Rubio as the top pick for Secretary of State in a potential second Trump administration.
Press October 22, 2024 New York Post
President Donald Trump Turns to Jesus Suarez for Florida Poll Watcher Effort
Continental Strategy's Jesus Suarez tapped to coordinate election integrity operations across the state of Florida.
Press October 3, 2024
"The United States Is Not a Sanctuary for All. It's a Sanctuary for Americans Who Come Here to Work for Our Country and to Defend Our Constitution."
Ambassador Trujillo delivers a forceful statement on immigration enforcement and the rule of law.
Press August 22, 2024 Raw Story
President Trump's Former OAS Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Says Venezuela's Maduro Can "Only Beat the Opposition with Bullets" as Election Protests Continue
Trujillo weighs in on the Venezuelan political crisis and the Maduro regime's escalating crackdown on democratic opposition.
Press August 7, 2024 Army Technology
Patience Is Wearing Thin with Biden's Venezuela Caution
Continental Strategy's perspective on the administration's approach to the Venezuelan crisis and calls for stronger U.S. action.
Press July 31, 2024 Politico
President Trump's Former OAS Ambassador, Carlos Trujillo, Insists Florida Latinos See in Trump's Conviction the Rigged Justice Systems of Some Totalitarian Latin American Countries
Trujillo connects the reaction of Florida's Latino community to broader experiences with politicized judicial systems abroad.
Press June 4, 2024 WLRN
Personnel Note: Continental Strategy Expands, Adds Tyler Russell
Tyler Russell joins the firm as Continental Strategy continues to build out its team and capabilities.
Firm News April 14, 2024 Florida Politics
2023
Golden Rotunda Awards: Continental Strategy Honored as Top New Lobbying Firm
The firm earns early recognition from the industry, winning the Golden Rotunda Award for top new lobbying firm in its inaugural year.
Press October 31, 2023 INFLUENCE Magazine
Personnel Note: Continental Strategy Adds Gangul Gabadage to Lobby Team
"Gangul is part of the very fabric of the health care industry in Florida, and he is going to be a great resource to our growing client base in this area."
Firm News September 12, 2023 Florida Politics
Personnel Note: Courtney Larkin Joins Growing Team at Continental Strategy
"Her work in financial regulation and the agricultural arena will bring us fresh energy and insights into complex policymaking."
Firm News June 5, 2023 Florida Politics