WASHINGTON— Today, The Heritage Foundation congratulated Senator Marco Rubio (FL) on his appointment as Secretary of State in President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming administration.  

Heritage President Dr. Kevin Roberts said: 

“Senator Rubio is a steadfast ally to our partners, a passionate advocate for freedom and liberty both at home and abroad, and a respected leader who has consistently proven he will never back down in defense of the American people. As the next Trump administration moves forward with its vision to ease global tensions and return to a "peace through strength" approach, there is no better person to lead America on the world stage than Senator Rubio. He is uniquely positioned to handle the tremendous responsibilities of this office. 

 

"Under Secretary Blinken, our nation’s stature on the global stage has diminished, and many of our allies—especially Israel—have been left vulnerable. We have also witnessed the disastrous consequences of the Biden administration’s failed approach to Ukraine, which sent billions of taxpayer dollars overseas with no plan for victory. President Trump and Secretary Rubio will restore peace and stability in Europe and the Middle East, prevent the onset of further wars, and, above all, put America First.”