Rubio Denies Resignation Rumors, Vows to Stay in Trump Administration
Marco Rubio denies rumors of resignation, confirms he will stay in Trump administration until 2029.
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Speculation about the 2028 Republican presidential nomination has intensified following the recent midterms, with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio emerging as the top contenders. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has also gained traction, particularly after his state was the only major Republican success in the recent elections.
Rumors of Resignation and White House Rejection
Rumors began circulating immediately after the midterms, suggesting that Donald Trump might fire Rubio as a fall guy or that Rubio might resign to distance himself from Trump. These rumors, however, were largely based on anonymous sources and lacked solid evidence.
On Thursday morning, The Independent reported that Rubio was on “resignation watch,” citing anonymous claims that he wanted to separate himself from Trump’s policies, including the War in Iran. Bloomberg also published an “exclusive” suggesting Rubio was considering stepping down from his roles as national security advisor and secretary of state, though the White House urged him to reconsider.
Both the White House and State Department denied the rumors, with Assistant Secretary of State Dylan Johnson calling the reports “fake news” and “totally made up” on social media.
Fake news. Totally made up.
Later that day, the New York Times published an interview with Rubio, in which he confirmed that the rumors were fabricated and that he intends to remain in the Trump administration until January 2029. When asked if he plans to run for president in 2028, he replied, “I literally will not talk about 2028 anymore. I just won’t do it.”
Rubio’s Focus on Cuba and Venezuela
In the same interview, Rubio also addressed Venezuela, outlining steps needed for free and fair elections, including the establishment of a new Supreme Court and National Electoral Council, which he said should begin soon. He also continued sanctioning the Cuban regime’s foreign military support and illicit revenue networks, stating that the Trump administration would not stand by while Cuba’s resources are funneled to its military elite.
Rubio emphasized that his work on Cuba and Venezuela is a personal and political priority, stating that these projects are part of his legacy and will remain central to his efforts. He argued that stepping away from these initiatives would be a mistake and could disappoint a significant portion of the Hispanic vote that the GOP needs.
Conclusion
While no one knows Rubio’s exact plans for 2028, his continued engagement on Cuba and Venezuela suggests he is committed to his current roles. Rubios’ denial of the resignation rumors and his focus on ongoing initiatives indicate that he is firmly in the Trump administration for now.
Source: PJ Media
