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Tommy Pigott

Spokesperson for the United States Department of State since April 2026.

Tommy Pigott became US State Department spokesman on 24 April 2026 after serving as its principal deputy spokesman.

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Background

Thomas C. “Tommy” Pigott is the spokesman for the United States Department of State. He leads engagement with the department's press corps, explains US Foreign Policy and represents the department in official briefings.

Pigott joined the department as principal deputy spokesman before moving to the senior spokesman role. He previously worked on Donald Trump's presidential campaign and served as strategic communications director at the Republican National Committee. Those posts place his career primarily in political and government communications.

He studied at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service and George Washington University's School of Media and Public Affairs. As spokesman, Pigott announces and explains positions set by The Administration and the secretary of state. The role makes him the department's public voice without giving him sole authority over the policies he presents.

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Reference

What is Tommy Pigott's full name?
His full name is Thomas C. Pigott, while State Department briefings identify him as Tommy Pigott.Source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/04/department-of-state-announces-appointment-of-thomas-tommy-pigott-as-state-department-spokesperson/
Who is Tommy Pigott?
Tommy Pigott is the spokesperson for the United States Department of State.Source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/04/department-of-state-announces-appointment-of-thomas-tommy-pigott-as-state-department-spokesperson/
What does Tommy Pigott do at the State Department?
He speaks for the State Department in press briefings and official statements.Source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/04/department-of-state-announces-appointment-of-thomas-tommy-pigott-as-state-department-spokesperson/
Source Material
Secretary Rubio's meeting with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Persad-BissessarDepartment of State Press Briefing, 5 June 2025Department of State Announces Appointment of Thomas ‘Tommy’ Pigott as State Department Spokesperson

Written with AI from Lowdown's published reporting. Not individually reviewed by an editor. Updated 22 October 2026. Editorial standards.