Republican Mike Waltz views China as an "existential threat," criticizes NATO members for not spending enough on defense and is skeptical of military support for Ukraine. Marco Rubio could become US Secretary of State. US President-elect Donald Trump has invited Republican member of the House of Representatives Mike Waltz to become national security adviser in the new administration, reports TheWashington PostAndFinancial Times. This post is currently held by Jake Sullivan.
This is a key position appointed by the President and does not require Senate confirmation. The official in this position coordinates the work of all agencies responsible for national security issues, informs the president about what is happening and implements his policies. According to sourcesThe Wall Street Journaland The New York Times, Trump will nominate Florida Senator Marco Rubio for the post of Secretary of State currently held by Antony Blinken.
This is a key position appointed by the President and does not require Senate confirmation. The official in this position coordinates the work of all agencies responsible for national security issues, informs the president about what is happening and implements his policies. According to sourcesThe Wall Street Journaland The New York Times, Trump will nominate Florida Senator Marco Rubio for the post of Secretary of State currently held by Antony Blinken.
