#Rubio for Secretary of State#
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Marco Rubio has been unanimously confirmed by the Senate as U.S. Secretary of State, the first Cabinet nominee to be approved by the Senate on the first day of President Trump’s second term. Rubio, a Republican senator from Florida since 2011, had his nomination supported by both Republicans and a number of Democratic senators. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously approved Rubio’s nomination and sent it to the full Senate, where a confirmation vote is expected tonight. Majority Leader Thune said he hopes to begin a live vote as soon as possible and is pleased with Rubio’s appointment as Secretary of State.
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Marco Rubio was confirmed unanimously by the Senate to serve as Secretary of State in President Trump's second term. Rubio is a Republican senator from Florida, having served in the position since 2011. His nomination was approved unanimously by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and was supported by both Majority Leader McConnell and Senate Minority Leader Schumer. Ultimately, the Senate confirmed Rubio's appointment by a vote of 99-0, making it the first cabinet nomination of Trump's second term to be confirmed by the Senate. Rubio's confirmation received support from both Republican and Democratic senators, signaling that he will be able to garner bipartisan support on foreign policy issues.
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Rubio confirmed as Secretary of State by unanimous Senate vote
Rubio's nomination was supported by Republicans and several Democrats
Rubio is the first Trump administration senior cabinet official to be confirmed by the Senate
Rubio's confirmation vote is expected to take place tonight