Rubio’s nomination as chief diplomat may be fraught with friction – even from his own party.
Reporting indicates President-elect Donald Trump will choose Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) as his nominee for Secretary of State. The Florida senator has been a loyal and vocal supporter of Trump, even when that was not politically advantageous. He has consistently championed Trump’s views on foreign policy, particularly about Iran, China, Venezuela, and Russia. However, many believe his hawkish and interventionist international policy views will be problematic.
Rubio on the Same Page as Trump
Consistent with Trump’s willingness to take on adversaries, Rubio recognizes the threats the United States faces and is likely to engage them aggressively. This foreign policy stance has put the senator at variance with many of his more…
