(NewsUSD) – Trump will name Marco Rubio and Mike Waltz to major foreign policy roles, and Kristi Noem to oversee Homeland Security
President-elect Donald Trump has allegedly opted to pick Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and Representative Mike Waltz as National Security Adviser, marking a turn toward a tough position on China and other global matters.
These picks represent Trump’s idea of a more restrained foreign policy while still facing significant adversaries like China, since both Rubio and Waltz have called for vigilance in U.S. international affairs.
Rubio, renowned for his hardline attitude on China, Iran, and Cuba, has altered some of his beliefs in recent years to fit more closely with Trump’s foreign policy viewpoint.
Having previously been a strong backer for military action, Rubio now corresponds with Trump’s goal for a more measured, less interventionist approach.
If accepted, Rubio would be the first Latino to serve as Secretary of State, adding to the prominence of his campaign.
Waltz, a former Green Beret and seasoned counter-terrorism specialist, has functioned as a close Trump booster in Congress. Known for his emphasis on U.S.-China relations, Waltz has underlined the urgency for America to prepare for possible conflict in the Asia-Pacific.
He has also been strident on U.S. policy toward Afghanistan, criticising President Biden’s leave and calling for longer presence in the country to preserve Afghan people. His military history and foreign policy expertise qualify him as a logical option for National Security Adviser.
In addition to these foreign policy appointments, Governor Kristi Noem of South Dakota has allegedly been nominated as the Secretary of Homeland Security, according to CNN. Noem, once considered a future vice-presidential contender, is predicted to bring a powerful leadership style to the role. Her pick complete out Trump’s early national security team, underlining his commitment to a strong, security-focused cabinet as he prepares to assume office in January.
These picks, while not yet officially confirmed by Trump, indicate his administration’s concentration on strategic caution and a harsher stance on China, reflecting a shift in Republican foreign policy philosophy toward restrained interventionism. Story Credit theguardian
