Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below (as delivered): “Mr. President, the Cabinet confirmation process is well underway here in the United States Senate. “Confirmation hearings began this week with defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth ...

By Sen. John Thune January 31, 2025. In the first two weeks since President Trump took the oath of office, the U.S. Senate has moved to confirm his Cabinet as swiftly as possible. ... Secretary of State Marco Rubio has made it clear that every decision he makes will be rooted in advancing America’s interests. Under Secretary of Homeland ...

“Within hours of President Trump taking office, we confirmed the first of his Cabinet nominees – Marco Rubio to be secretary of state – in a unanimous vote. “Secretary Rubio demonstrated his command of foreign policy last week at his confirmation hearing.

Jan 20, 2025 · Look for floor votes Monday night on Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) for secretary of state, and the final Senate passage of the Laken Riley Act. Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will meet with Trump on Tuesday at the White House.

Jan 21, 2025 · The Senate has confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving President Donald Trump the first member of his Cabinet. The vote was unanimous. ... “It’s an important job in an important time, and I’m honored by it,” Rubio said. Senate Majority Leader John Thune moved quickly Monday, announcing he expected voting to begin ...

During remarks on the Senate floor Thursday, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) spoke about Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) who was nominated to serve as Presi...

Jan 20, 2025 · WASHINGTON – The Senate quickly confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state Monday, voting unanimously to give President Donald Trump the first member of his new Cabinet on Inauguration Day.

Jan 7, 2025 · The top possibilities seem to be Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of State or Rep. Elise Stefanik for UN ambassador.

Nov 13, 2024 · Thune defeated Florida’s Sen. Rick Scott—a right-wing firebrand who received endorsements from Trump allies Elon Musk and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., but was knocked out in the first vote—and ...

Sep 12, 2023 · Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), for his part, said attempting to impeach a sitting president “should generally be avoided for the interest of the country.” “It can’t become routine,” he warned.