WASHINGTON — Eric Garcetti is officially the U.S. ambassador to India.
The former L.A. mayor and newly minted ambassador was sworn in on Friday by Vice President Kamala Harris, a fellow Californian. The ceremony capped Garcetti’s dramatic, nearly two-year fight to fill one of Washington’s most critical diplomatic posts.
“It feels great. Can’t wait to serve,” Garcetti said as he flashed two thumbs up after the ceremony in Harris’ ceremonial office, located in a building next to the White House. “I’m so honored the vice president did this today.”