As discussions grow around Colonel Rudy Moise’s potential ambassadorial role, Haitians are urged to embrace hope with caution amid longstanding U.S. influence in their homeland.
By The Haitian Pulse Editorial Team | June 27, 2025
As Haiti stands on the edge of a new chapter—fraught with uncertainty, yet filled with possibility—a familiar name has resurfaced in diplomatic circles: Colonel Rudy Moise.
Though no official announcement has been made, momentum is quietly building in Washington to appoint a permanent U.S. Ambassador to Haiti. With instability mounting and international scrutiny intensifying, one name dominating those discussions is that of Colonel Rudy Moise—a Haitian-American whose résumé reads like a checklist for diplomatic readiness.
But as we reintroduce Colonel Moise to the Haitian people, it’s also critical to engage in this moment with clarity, vigilance, and a deep understanding of history.
Who Is Colonel Rudy Moise?
A native of Port-au-Prince, Rudy Moise immigrated to the U.S. at 17 and went on to earn degrees in medicine, law, and business. He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force, rising to the rank of Colonel, and later became a successful physician, entrepreneur, and legal advocate in the Haitian-American community.
Colonel Moise’s influence spans multiple domains:
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Military: A former flight surgeon in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
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Medical: Owner of a major healthcare practice serving tens of thousands in Miami.
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Cultural: Founder of Miami’s first Creole-language radio station.
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Diplomatic: Appointed Ambassador-at-Large for Investment under Haitian President Michel Martelly in 2014.
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Humanitarian: On the front lines in Haiti following the 2010 earthquake, delivering aid and mobilizing rescue operations.
His supporters—including Haitian-American elected officials, national security analysts, and diaspora leaders—say he brings both the cultural fluency and strategic expertise needed to navigate one of the most complex ambassadorial assignments in the Western Hemisphere.
A Potential Ambassador... and a Strategic Shift?
“As the U.S. works to stabilize relations and support Haiti’s fragile government, momentum is building for a permanent ambassadorial nomination. One name dominating those discussions is Colonel Rudy Moise.”
— U.S. Foreign Affairs Briefing, June 2025
For now, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Henry T. Wooster is overseeing diplomatic operations in Haiti—focused on security, humanitarian aid, and the ongoing political crisis. However, with the urgency to fill the position growing, Washington is under pressure to move quickly and decisively.
Supporters argue that Colonel Moise is the logical choice—with deep personal ties to Haiti, extensive U.S. military experience, and a history of public service that spans both nations. They believe he could serve as a bridge at a time when trust and coordination are fragile.
A Word of Caution to the Haitian People
But let us be clear: this potential appointment is not without serious implications.
The United States has long played a manipulative and often destabilizing role in Haiti’s internal affairs—from political interference to economic exploitation. Historically, American efforts have rarely aligned with the true interests of the Haitian people.
Now, the approach is shifting. Having failed to fully control Haiti through direct political and military pressure, the U.S. may be pivoting to a more subtle, strategic form of influence—by elevating someone with deep Haitian roots to carry out its diplomatic mission.
It is a well-known fact that an ambassador’s primary duty is to represent and protect the interests of their own nation—not the host country. This is where the waters grow murky. Haiti remains one of the few nations where a foreign ambassador often oversteps boundaries and influences internal decision-making. With someone like Colonel Rudy Moise—who shares our culture but ultimately serves U.S. interests—the ability to infiltrate Haiti’s institutions could become even more seamless, cloaked in the comfort of familiarity.
Colonel Rudy Moise is “one of us” by heritage—but he is also one of them by allegiance. His loyalty to both sides cannot be ignored. If he is appointed, the Haitian people must be extraordinarily vigilant, not seduced by familiarity or flattered by cultural representation.
Diplomacy cloaked in kinship is still diplomacy—and strategy never sleeps.
The Pulse of the People
This is not to cast doubt on Colonel Moise’s qualifications or intentions. He has, without question, contributed significantly to both the Haitian and American communities. He may well act as a true intermediary and advocate for the Haitian cause.
But in a time when Haiti is fighting for sovereignty, stability, and survival, we must think critically about every actor entering the arena—especially those wearing the garments of trust.
The Haitian Pulse calls on our readers, community leaders, and diaspora voices to stay engaged, stay informed, and never confuse representation with liberation.
What Do You Think?
Would you welcome Colonel Moise as a permanent U.S. ambassador? Do you trust that his appointment would serve Haiti’s long-term interests—or do you see it as a softer strategy to further U.S. control?
Drop your thoughts in the comments. Your voice matters. This is our country. This is our future. This is The Haitian Pulse.
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