Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, has denied rumors regarding his resignation.
In an interview with The New York Times on November 5, Rubio stated that it has always been his plan to work for President Donald Trump until the end of his term. He expressed confusion over the origin of the resignation rumors, saying, "Honestly, I don’t know where these stories come from. I love what I do." He added, "I find it amusing every time someone says I’m resigning. What position am I supposed to resign from?"
Rubio currently holds multiple roles, including National Security Advisor and a member of the Gaza Peace Commission.
Earlier, Bloomberg reported, citing multiple sources, that following the Republican Party's losses in the midterm elections, Rubio was considering various options, including resignation, with his staff. However, no decision has been made regarding stepping down from his roles, and no specific timeline for resignation has been established.
Refusal to Discuss 2028 Presidential Run
Rubio also declined to comment on whether he would run for president in 2028, stating, "I will no longer discuss 2028." Previously, in an interview with NBC in May, he referred to Vice President JD Vance, who is expected to be a candidate for the Republican nomination in 2028, as "a very good friend" and indicated he would support him if he ran.
Vance had distanced himself from Trump, citing the Iran War as a reason for the Republican Party's midterm election losses. In response, Rubio stated, "I’m not very involved in domestic politics," drawing a line.
Conversely, Rubio defended Trump’s actions regarding the Iran War, acknowledging that they might not be popular with voters but were necessary. He stated, "That should be highly regarded, as it is the cost a leader must bear," emphasizing that leadership involves making decisions that may not be politically advantageous but are essential for the long-term future of the nation.
On November 1, during a campaign rally in Kansas, Trump publicly praised Rubio, who explained that the Iran War was a significant issue in the election, which is why Trump called him to the stage.
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