US media outlets say President-elect Donald Trump is considering appointing Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State.
The New York Times and others reported that Rubio is being considered for the position, citing sources with knowledge of the matter.
Rubio, a senator from Florida, is known as a harsh critic of China and Iran. He was once considered a possible running mate for Trump. The New York Times suggested, however, that Trump could change his mind.
Leading US media outlets also reported that Trump has asked Representative Mike Waltz to become his national security advisor and lead the White House National Security Council.
Waltz served in the Middle East and Afghanistan as a member of the US Army's elite Green Beret unit.
He has expressed skepticism about the current US administration's approach to continuing military support for Ukraine.
Trump is said to be rushing to fill key posts in diplomacy and national security.
His choices are drawing attention as they could decide how the next US administration deals with the Middle East, Ukraine and China.
The New York Times and others reported that Rubio is being considered for the position, citing sources with knowledge of the matter.
Rubio, a senator from Florida, is known as a harsh critic of China and Iran. He was once considered a possible running mate for Trump. The New York Times suggested, however, that Trump could change his mind.
Leading US media outlets also reported that Trump has asked Representative Mike Waltz to become his national security advisor and lead the White House National Security Council.
Waltz served in the Middle East and Afghanistan as a member of the US Army's elite Green Beret unit.
He has expressed skepticism about the current US administration's approach to continuing military support for Ukraine.
Trump is said to be rushing to fill key posts in diplomacy and national security.
His choices are drawing attention as they could decide how the next US administration deals with the Middle East, Ukraine and China.
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Summary
Trump reportedly considers Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State; known for criticizing China and Iran. If appointed, Rubio may replace current diplomatic approaches. Additionally, Rep. Mike Waltz is considered for the role of national security advisor and head of White House National
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20241112_16/
Date: Nov. 12, 2024
Created: 2024/11/12 19:00
Updated: 2025/12/08 08:58
Last Read: 2024/11/13 07:53