William Taylor, a seasoned envoy, became a key witness in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump. With a background in military and diplomatic service, Taylor was called back to his role as US ambassador to Ukraine after Marie Yovanovitch's removal. His involvement in the inquiry began with text messages exchanged with EU ambassador Gordon Sondland, questioning Trump's decision to withhold military aid to Ukraine. Taylor's testimony before House committees provided evidence of a quid pro quo agreement, contradicting Trump's denials and causing significant political repercussions.

What recent event has made William Taylor's name widely recognized?

• His graduation from Harvard University

• His retirement from the Foreign Service

• His involvement in the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump

• His appointment as the US ambassador to Germany

Where did William Taylor receive his higher education?

• Stanford University and the US Coast Guard Academy

• Harvard University and the US Military Academy at West Point

• Princeton University and the US Air Force Academy

• Yale University and the US Naval Academy

What role did William Taylor take on after retiring from the Foreign Service in 2009?

• Director at the US Institute of Peace

• Advisor at the United Nations

• Consultant for the World Bank

• Professor at Georgetown University

What was the main concern in Taylor's text messages with EU ambassador Gordon Sondland?

• The environmental issues in Europe

• The cultural exchange programs with Ukraine

• The economic policies of Ukraine

• The withholding of military aid from Ukraine

What did Taylor's testimony before the House committees reveal?

• A diplomatic mission to Russia

• A new military strategy for Eastern Europe

• Plans for a new trade deal with Ukraine

• Evidence of a quid pro quo agreement with Ukraine