Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in a conversation with GOP Sen. Marco Rubio, who has been selected by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the State Department. The call took place on Sunday, during which Blinken extended his congratulations to Rubio on his appointment. Additionally, Blinken assured Rubio of the State Department's commitment to facilitating a smooth and successful transition.
State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller confirmed the interaction on Monday, emphasizing the department's dedication to supporting Rubio during the transition process. However, Miller refrained from disclosing whether the conversation delved into specific policy matters. He also noted that there have been no further communications with Trump's transition team beyond this initial exchange.
