The U.S. Senate has unanimously confirmed Marco Rubio as President Donald Trump’s secretary of state, potentially paving the way for a shift in North Korea policy.
Rubio’s confirmation came in a 99-0 vote shortly after Trump’s inauguration, making him the first high-level Cabinet official cleared to begin work. The senator from Florida enjoyed bipartisan support, with even Trump-opponents backing the pick for top U.S. diplomat.
The U.S. Senate has unanimously confirmed Marco Rubio as President Donald Trump’s secretary of state, potentially paving the way for a shift in North Korea policy.
Rubio’s confirmation came in a 99-0 vote shortly after Trump’s inauguration, making him the first high-level Cabinet official cleared to begin work. The senator from Florida enjoyed bipartisan support, with even Trump-opponents backing the pick for top U.S. diplomat.
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