Donald Trump is reportedly favoring Marco Rubio for Secretary of State in his upcoming term, sidelining Vivek Ramaswamy.
Trump to chose Marco Rubio over Vivek Ramaswamy
If Trump overlooks Ramaswamy, he will join Nikki Haley as the second prominent Indian-American MAGA figure excluded from Trump’s upcoming administration. Trump announced he would not offer Haley a role despite her previous diplomatic service as U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Haley’s critical stance towards Trump reportedly influenced this decision.
Who is Marco Rubio?
Rubio, a senator since 2011 and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, also serves on the Foreign Relations Committee.
Rubio’s bid for the Republican presidential nomination in 2016 fell short but, he secured victories in the Minnesota, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico primaries.
Marco Rubio has consistently pushed for a robust and practical foreign policy, particularly when it comes to nations like China, Iran, and Cuba. Even though he usually leans towards being tough on international matters, he’s changed his mind to match Trump’s views, especially when Ukraine was in question. Initially a strong advocate for Ukraine, Rubio later opposed a $61 billion funding bill, citing insufficient attention to immigration concerns.
“I’m not on Russia’s side — but unfortunately the reality of it is that the way the war in Ukraine is going to end is with a negotiated settlement,” he told NBC in September. He thinks the Ukraine war will be sorted out through talks, and that the U.S. needs to make sure Ukraine has a strong position in those talks.
Vivek Ramaswamy teases role in Trump’s cabinet
Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-American entrepreneur who initially challenged Donald Trump in the presidential race before suspending his campaign and backing Trump, has hinted at a potential role in the upcoming cabinet of the 47th President.
During an appearance on ABC’s This Week, Jonathan Karl asked Vivek Ramaswamy about his potential role in a second Trump administration. “There’s a couple great options on the table,” Ramaswamy stated.
Vivek Ramaswamy is likely to pursue roles in Trump’s administration, with a potential position as director of the Department of Homeland Security. Alternatively, he may focus on Ohio’s political scene, where he could fill the Senate seat vacated by J.D. Vance’s vice presidency.
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