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2024 - 11 - 12

Marco Rubio for Secretary of State? Trump’s Plot Twists Keep Us Guessing!

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Is Marco Rubio the next Secretary of State? Donald Trump’s surprising pick might change the game with China, Iran, and more!

President-elect Donald Trump is wrapping up his picks for key positions in his upcoming administration, and one nomination is creating quite a buzz: Florida Senator Marco Rubio is in line to become the nation’s next Secretary of State. If confirmed, Rubio would make history as the first Latino to hold this prestigious role. Once political rivals, Trump and Rubio have managed to bury the hatchet, showcasing how politics can make the most unlikely alliances play out. Who knew that simply riding the political rollercoaster could lead to a fast track to a top governmental post?

Analysts have noted that Rubio’s hawkish stance on issues concerning China, Iran, and Venezuela makes him a fitting candidate for this critical position. His deep involvement in foreign policy matters promises a robust approach to international relations, particularly with nations that have been contentious under previous administrations. Imagine a world where the diplomatic chess game at the global level is synced with a strategy book about negotiating like a pro – Rubio’s expertise might just make that a reality!

Furthermore, the buzz around Rubio’s potential nomination has implications beyond the international stage. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis would get the chance to appoint Rubio’s successor if he moves on to become Secretary of State. It feels like a political game of musical chairs and you definitely don’t want to miss a beat. The stakes are high and the drama even higher – will DeSantis go for someone aligned with his own style, or pick someone who compliments the future Senator’s more hawkish attitudes?

In a twist more surprising than a soap opera, it looks like Donald Trump is sidelining other contenders for the role, like Vivek Ramaswamy. It’s almost like an audition process, with Rubio coming in with a strong resume filled with experience and expertise. But wait! In a world where political dynamics can change on a dime, one must wonder how long this arrangement will last. Will Rubio’s confirmation lead to a redefined approach in Washington, or is this just another chapter in the thrilling saga of American politics?

Interestingly, did you know that Marco Rubio was once considered a potential vice-presidential candidate for Trump? Although he was passed over in favor of other options, his star did not fade away; rather, it soared to this prospective nomination. Plus, the fact that Rubio could be the first Latino Secretary of State in U.S. history is not just a win for diversity but a monumental moment signaling the evolving landscape of American politics. Whatever happens next, you can bet it’ll make headlines across the nation!

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President-elect Trump is expected to nominate Marco Rubio for ... (NPR)

If confirmed, the Florida senator would become the first Latino to ever serve as the nation's top diplomat.

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Analyst says Rubio as secretary of state pick puts China at center of ... (CNN)

President-elect Donald Trump is likely to pick Florida Sen. Marco Rubio as his secretary of state, two people familiar with his thinking told CNN, ...

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Trump expected to name Marco Rubio for secretary of state (CBS News)

President-elect Donald Trump and Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida were once political rivals.

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Donald Trump Expected To Nominate Marco Rubio As Secretary Of ... (Deadline)

Donald Trump reportedly plans to nominate Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) as secretary of state. Multiple media outlets reported that Rubio, who was reelected to a ...

Trump taps Marco Rubio as secretary of state: report (The North West Star)

Donald Trump has reportedly selected US senator Marco Rubio to be his secretary of state and Mike Waltz...

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Trump expected to select Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of state ... (ABC News)

Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump greets Senator Marco Rubio during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena in Raleigh, N.C. ...

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Trump Expected to Name Marco Rubio as Secretary of State (The New York Times)

The president-elect appears to have settled on the Florida senator, who has taken hard-line positions on China, Iran and Venezuela, to be the nation's top ...

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Trump expected to name Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State ... (The Straits Times)

The Florida Senator was arguably the most hawkish option on Trump's shortlist for Secretary of State. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Trump to snub Vivek Ramaswamy, select Marco Rubio as secretary ... (Hindustan Times)

Donald Trump is reportedly favoring Marco Rubio for Secretary of State in his upcoming term, sidelining Vivek Ramaswamy.

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Trump expected to choose Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of state (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

Trump had previously considered Rubio as a running mate before ultimately choosing Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio.

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If President-elect Donald Trump selects Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, Governor Ron DeSantis would gain the power to appoint Rubio's ...

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Donald Trump set to tap Marco Rubio for Secretary of State (Sky News Australia)

Donald Trump has reportedly chosen Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, making him the first Latino likely to hold the role once Trump takes office in ...

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Donald Trump expected to nominate China hawk Marco Rubio for ... (Financial Times)

President-elect's foreign policy team takes shape with Florida congressman Mike Waltz tapped as national security adviser.

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Trump set to appoint China critic Mike Waltz as US national security ... (The Guardian)

Congressman expected to be given key role, while Trump reportedly to name Marco Rubio as US secretary of state.

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Trump expected to name pro-Israel Sen. Marco Rubio as secretary ... (The Times of Israel)

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Donald Trump to name Marco Rubio as secretary of state - reports (Sky News)

Earlier this year, Mr Rubio was one of 15 Republican senators to vote against a $95bn military aid package to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia.

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First Thing: Trump expected to appoint China critics Marco Rubio ... (The Guardian)

Rubio is reportedly in line for secretary of state, with Waltz expected to be made national security adviser. Plus, what's behind all the celebrity ...

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Marco Rubio and Michael Waltz lined up for top Trump jobs, says ... (BBC News)

The president-elect is expected to appoint two anti-China lawmakers to key foreign policy posts, US media say.

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Trump lining up Marco Rubio and Kristi Noem for top jobs, US media ... (BBC News)

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“Little” Marco Rubio Could Have a Big Role in Trump's Second ... (Vanity Fair)

The Florida senator, a Trump enemy turned staunch ally, is expected to be the president-elect's pick for secretary of state.

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Donald Trump expected to name Marco Rubio his secretary of state ... (ABC News)

US president-elect Donald Trump is expected to continue his hardline appointments and name Florida senator Marco Rubio — whom he has previously called ...

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It remains unclear what will become of Beijing's travel ban on Rubio should he become America's next top diplomat.

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US election 2024 results : Donald Trump expected to name Marco ... (The Australian Financial Review)

The president-elect is set to choose Marco Rubio as his top US diplomat while Representative Mike Waltz is expected to be his new national security adviser.

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