President Trump is reportedly considering John James for United States ambassador to the United Nations. It’s a shot in the dark, but it might not be a terrible idea.

Despite his total lack of real political experience, the recently defeated senatorial candidate has genuine star potential. He served in the military for nearly a decade, including in multiple tours of Operation Iraqi Freedom, and then embarked on a successful career as a businessman and job creator. At just 37 years old and with negligible party support, James lost to incumbent Senator Debbie Stabenow by just 6.5 points.