Adam Boehler has withdrawn his nomination to serve as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, but will continue to work on the issue from a lower-level position. Boehler's nomination was withdrawn amid anger in Israel over his direct talks with Hamas. The talks were coordinated with special envoy to the Mideast Steve Witkoff, but Israel was not fully informed ahead of time. Boehler will continue to assist in efforts to secure the release of Israeli hostages from Gaza.