October 27, 2025
Rubio, Waltz records suggest aggressive approach to China
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of State, Senate Intelligence Vice Chair Marco Rubio (R-FL), has a long record of aggressive stances on China that offer insight into the issues he might prioritize as the U.S.’ top diplomat. Trump will nominate Rubio, who Beijing slapped with sanctions in 2020, to be secretary of State, and name Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL), another lawmaker noted for his aggressive approach to China, as his national security adviser, according to reports. Rubio, who was...
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