Costa Rica, Trump and Houston

Houston doughnut shop owner tapped by President Trump to be ambassador to Costa Rica
President Donald Trump announced Melinda Hildebrand as his choice to fill the ambassador post in Costa Rica. Hildebrand is a businesswoman and philanthropist who owns a doughnut shop in Houston. She must undergo a confirmation process before she can be hired.
Donald Trump picks Houston philanthropist Melinda Hildebrand as U.S. ambassador to Costa Rica
President Donald Trump has nominated Houston philanthropist Melinda "Mindy" Hildebrand to be the U.S. ambassador to Costa Rica.  "I am pleased to announce that Melinda Hildebrand will serve as the next United States Ambassador to Costa Rica,
The next ambassador to Costa Rica may be a Houston doughnut shop owner
Melinda Hildebrand, who is publicly known as the owner of a Houston doughnut shop, was nominated to serve under the Trump administration Thursday.
Trump Appoints Donut Shop Owner as U.S. Ambassador to Costa Rica
President Donald Trump’s pick for U.S. ambassador to Costa Rica is the wife of a billionaire businessman, generous Trump donor, vice president of an oil company—and—a donut shop owner. “I am pleased to announce that Melinda Hildebrand will serve as the next United States Ambassador to Costa Rica,
'This Has to Be a Joke': President Donald Trump Criticized for Appointing Texas Donut Shop Owner as U.S. Ambassador of Costa Rica
President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Melinda Hildebrand, the billionaire owner of a renowned Texas donut shop, as the next U.S. Ambassador to Costa Rica. This decision has sparked questions and criticisms about the qualifications and background of Trump's newly appointed ambassador.
Donald Trump Appoints Mindy Hildebrand, Houston Philanthropist and Doughnut Shop Owner, as Ambassador to Costa Rica
President Donald Trump appointed a second Houstonian to serve as an ambassador. Melinda “Mindy” Hildebrand will serve as the ambassador to Costa Rica, per a report on Fox News. Hildebrand is the wife of Jeffery Hildebrand,
Retire in Costa Rica With These Three Tax Benefits
U.S. retirees may pay a monthly tax to the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS), even if they do not work. The tax ranges ...
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Bridges save Costa Rican sloths from road deaths
There are millions of sloths in Costa Rica. But with high levels of deforestation over the past few decades and increasing contact with humans, the population is taking a hit. While no official stats ...
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This ultra-exclusive lodge in the Costa Rica rainforest offers waterfall hikes and gourmet dining — and you can book it using points
Origins Lodge Costa Rica is a holistic ecoretreat in the jungle with gourmet organic food, adventure and wellness activities, ...
A different way to travel: What it's like to sail Panama, Costa Rica
Ponant and Smithsonian Journeys' cruise to Panama and Costa Rica infused leisure with education. Why travelers should choose this sustainable cruise.
Rubio pledges US support for Costa Rica's fight against cyberattacks, drug trafficking
Top US diplomat says he's issued a waiver to lift US aid suspension to assist Costa Rica as it battles narcotics ...
Watch: Rubio holds press conference with Costa Rican president
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Costa Rica Tuesday, where he will give remarks to the press alongside Costa Rican ...
Reef Relief: Restore, Explore And Travel With Purpose In Costa Rica
Become a coral hero and make a positive impact while traveling in Costa Rica by assisting local efforts with vital coral reef ...
Costa Rica: I ventured into the Blue Zone to find the secret to long life
Down here most people live to 90 and a lot to 100. It’s about no stress, good food and families being together’ ...
Rubio visiting Costa Rica, Guatemala on trip focused on migration and security ties
Top US diplomat says El Salvador offers to accept ‘dangerous criminals’ including US citizens, and deportees of any ...
US overwhelms Virgin Islands 22-0 in Under-17 World Cup qualifier as Chase Adams scores 10 goals
The United States opened expanded CONCACAF qualifying for the FIFA Under-17 World Cup with a record win for the country at any level. It crushed the U.S.