#Rubio for Secretary of State#
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The U.S. Senate confirmed Marco Rubio as Secretary of State by a vote of 99-0, marking the first senior Cabinet member in the Trump administration to be confirmed by the Senate. Rubio's nomination was supported by 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 was expected later tonight. Schumer and Foreign Relations Committee Democrat Shaheen announced they would vote in favor.
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The U.S. Senate confirmed Marco Rubio as Secretary of State by a vote of 99-0, marking the first senior Cabinet official of the Trump administration to be confirmed by the Senate. Rubio, who has served as the Republican senator for Florida since 2011, received support not only from Republicans but also from several Democratic senators. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously approved Rubio's nomination and sent it to the full Senate for confirmation, which is expected to be voted on tonight. Majority Leader Thun said he hoped to begin a live vote soon and expressed his delight at Rubio's appointment as Secretary of State. Rubio's confirmation marks the official start of the Trump administration's second term, and he will be responsible for leading American foreign policy.
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Rubio was confirmed by the Senate unanimously, becoming the first senior cabinet official in the Trump administration to be confirmed.
Rubio's nomination was supported by Republicans and some Democratic senators.
Rubio's nomination was considered a priority for the Trump administration and was therefore quickly confirmed.
Rubio's appointment will have a significant impact on US foreign policy.