The State Department is losing experienced diplomats as senior Foreign Service officers retire or leave amid limited opportunities for advancement and reassignment. Former officials say the departures risk draining institutional knowledge, language skills and regional expertise built over decades. The department says it remains confident in its workforce and has encouraged career ambassadors to pursue other roles. The shift comes as many U.S. embassies lack Senate-confirmed ambassadors. Diplomacy experts warn that rebuilding staffing and restoring experience could take years, potentially constraining America’s ability to respond to international challenges.
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