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Senator Marco Rubio is reportedly the frontrunner to snag a cabinet position as President-elect Donald Trump’s Secretary of State in his anticipated second term. Reports surfacing from several mainstream media outlets have insinuated that Trump is ready to make this announcement as early as Tuesday. It appears that while these legacy outlets were busy spinning tales of doom and gloom, savvy conservative news sources were confirming the scoop that Rubio is set to step into this critical role.
Should Rubio receive the nod—likely from a cheering GOP Senate—he would make history as the first Latino to serve as America’s top diplomat. Rubio is no stranger to the international stage, having amassed a wealth of experience that could help navigate the complex landscape of foreign policy. This is particularly important as the recent tensions with China and the ongoing fallout from the Iraq situation remain hot topics. It’s worth noting that Rubio faced off against Trump in the 2016 primaries, earning the nickname “Little Marco” from Trump, but the rivalry hasn’t hindered their political friendship. In fact, as Trump danced his way back to victory in 2024, Rubio was there as a loyal ally, firmly on the bandwagon.
Breaking: Marco Rubio reportedly emerges as finalist for Trump's Secretary of State https://t.co/usoqZa8x35
— Just the News (@JustTheNews) November 12, 2024
Trump is busy assembling a national security team that is the envy of every adults’ table on Thanksgiving. In the past week alone, he has named Rep. Elise Stefanik as the courageous new UN ambassador, and Rep. Mike Waltz as his national security adviser—both solid picks for the job. With moves like these, the speculation suggests a stronger, more unified stance against global threats. Instead of taking slings and arrows from the uninformed left, this team is ready to put America back on the map as a global leader, rather than a laughingstock.
In addition to Rubio’s potential confirmation, it seems Trump is also eyeing Scott Bessent for the role of Treasury Secretary. Bessent is a hedge fund honcho who, while having a history with the likes of George Soros, has positioned himself as a crucial economic adviser to Trump in recent years. Despite his earlier affiliations, it seems that Bessent has strayed from the liberal plantation and is ready to roll up his sleeves for fiscal conservatism. With this mixed bag of allies, Trump is definitely stirring the pot with his selections.
For those still grasping the remnants of the 2020 election debacle with knitted brows, the prospect of Trump’s cabinet choices offers a glimmer of hope—a vision of a government that prioritizes American values and seeks to reclaim its authority on the world stage. The tantalizing possibility that Rubio could lead American diplomacy, combined with a robust national security team, is enough to make even the most jaded conservatives sit up and take notice.
