Rubio Seeks to Impose Order at State as Republicans Look Ahead to 2028: Report
Rubio told senior officials to seek approval for major decisions and political travel as he moved to curb freelancing and conflicts of interest.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio directed senior staff to coordinate on all significant policy decisions, requiring signoff from him or Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau. He warned that unethical behavior would result in firing.
- Recent departures, including US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle and Special Representative for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli, prompted this shift. Zampolli was fired in October after being accused of working outside his 'lane' of cultural diplomacy.
- Policy chief Jeremy Lewin was also forced out due to concerns about 'freelancing' and defying 'certain directives from the Secretary.' Rubio now requires his office to approve all overseas political travel.
- With Democrats taking control of Congress in January, investigations into the Trump administration's dealings are expected to intensify. Rubio's management of the State Department could become a focal point if he pursues a potential 2028 presidential run.
- Following midterm electoral losses, top Republicans are attempting to distance themselves from the increasingly unpopular Trump administration. While Rubio has downplayed presidential ambitions, he has not publicly ruled out a campaign.
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Rubio Warns State Dept Staff: Freelancing Means Firing
Marco Rubio warned top State Department aides that freelancing and conflicts of interest mean firing, part of his push to tighten control after Republican midterm losses. Secretary of State Marco Rubio gathered senior officials last week and delivered a blunt message: stay in your lanes, keep significant decisions under his sign-off, and expect to be […]
Marco Rubio warns top staff against conflicts of interest as he tightens control of state department after midterms: report
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has moved to tighten control over the State Department, telling senior officials that staff must stay in their lanes and avoid actions that present conflicts of interest, four people familiar with the matter said.
Rubio tightens grip on State Department, warns officials against freelancing and conflicts of interest
The US secretary of state has demanded greater oversight of policy decisions and political staff travel, as recent departures and allegations of misconduct put the department's management under scrutiny.
The Secretary of State of the United States, Marco Rubio, took steps to strengthen control over the Department of State, telling senior officials that the team should stick to its responsibilities and avoid actions that represent conflicts of interest, according to four people on the subject. Subject matter exclusive to subscribers. To have full access, access the link of the subject and register.
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