Senator Marco Rubio is poised to secure a resounding vote tonight to become the next secretary of state on the Senate floor. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Rubio, who just a decade ago was a prominent opponent of now-President Donald Trump during the campaign.
Rubio has announced that he will vote for himself tonight, likely one of his final votes in the Senate, before resigning from his current Senate position later in the evening.
Despite a setback in the GOP's 2016 primary to Trump, Rubio, now in his third term, decided to run for re-election. Over the years, he has developed a close relationship with Trump, aligning with some of the President's populist views. Rubio's role as a key adviser to Trump on Latin American issues and his leadership on the Senate Intelligence Committee have bolstered his foreign policy credentials.
Democrats on Capitol Hill have shown support for Rubio, with many indicating their backing for his nomination as secretary of state. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously voted to advance Rubio's nomination to the Senate floor.
Rubio's collaboration with Trump's family and advisors on initiatives such as the Paycheck Protection Program and the expansion of the child tax credit has further solidified his standing within the administration.
As Rubio prepares to take on the role of secretary of state, his journey from a former rival to a trusted ally of President Trump underscores the evolving dynamics in Washington politics.
