Trump appoints Sara Carter as next drug czar, says she 'will lead the charge to protect' US

"As our next Drug Czar, Sara will lead the charge to protect our nation, and save our children from the scourge of drugs," Trump wrote on Truth Social.

Carter re-posted Trump's Truth Social post on X with a message thanking the president and expressing her excitement about joining the administration.

"It is truly an honor to serve President Donald J. Trump and be part of an administration committed to putting America first," Carter wrote. "America's greatest resource is our people and it will be up to each and every one of us to do our part - I promise you I will never stop fighting."

Texas Department of Public Safety Spokesperson Lt. Chris Olivarez also congratulated Carter and praised her appointment, saying it was "GREAT for the country."

"This is an excellent opportunity for you to effect change and help so many families who have lost loved ones due to deadly illicit drugs," Olivarez wrote.

Fox News Digital reached out to Carter for comment.