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From Berlin to Riyadh: Marco Rubio’s Week of Diplomatic Triumphs

In an era where bold diplomacy and unwavering commitment to American values are more essential than ever, Secretary Marco Rubio’s recent whirlwind diplomatic engagements—from February 14 to February 20—stand as a resounding affirmation that U.S. leadership is not only active but flourishing. A Tour de Force in International Engagement During this pivotal week, Secretary Rubio […]

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U.S. Officials, Lawmakers Unite Against Hamas: Calls for Annihilation Amid Hostage Crisis

In the wake of a controversial hostage transfer, U.S. lawmakers call for the eradication of Hamas and emphasize the need for accountability. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Tensions escalated on Thursday as U.S. officials and lawmakers issued stark condemnations of Hamas following the release of a video showing Palestinian crowds cheering the return of militants involved in […]

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Promises Made, Promises Kept: U.S. Detainees Released from Russia and Belarus

Washington DC: After three and a half years of detention in Russia, American teacher Marc Fogel returned to his family in the United States on February 11. Secretary Rubio credited President Trump’s strong leadership for Fogel’s release, and for the release on February 12 of another American unjustly detained in Belarus. Belarus also released two political prisoners.  […]

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USCIRF Welcomes Secretary Rubio’s Confirmation, Calls for Religious Freedom Designations

USCIRF Welcomes Secretary Rubio’s Confirmation, Calls for Religious Freedom Designations Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) welcomes the unanimous bipartisan confirmation of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who led efforts to advance religious freedom abroad in the United States Senate. Considering outgoing Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken did not make […]

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Rubio Outlines “America First” Vision in Secretary of State Confirmation Hearing

Senator Marco Rubio laid out a distinctly “America First” foreign policy vision during his confirmation hearing for Secretary of State on Wednesday, emphasizing that safety, strength, and prosperity would be the cornerstones of American diplomacy under a second Trump administration. In a hearing marked by bipartisan collegiality, Rubio criticized the current administration’s foreign policy approach, […]

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Religious freedom advocates congratulate Rubio on nomination to lead US State Department, call for greater focus on religious prisoners of conscience

WASHINGTON, DC: ADF International, along with participants of the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Roundtable, an informal coalition of organizations, religious and secular leaders, advocates, and scholars dedicated to the protection of religious freedom, today sent a letter to Senator Marco Rubio to congratulate him on his nomination to Secretary of State and press for him to prioritize […]

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Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata Praises Marco Rubio’s Nomination as Secretary of State

Washington, D.C. – November 29, 2024 – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata has expressed strong support for President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Senator Marco Rubio to serve as the next Secretary of State, calling the decision “excellent” and vital for U.S. foreign policy. “This is one of the most important positions in the U.S. Government, and Senator […]

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A Voice for the Persecuted: Marco Rubio’s Nomination as Secretary of State Marks Historic Milestone for Religious Freedom

Marco Rubio Nominated as Secretary of State: A Defender of Religious Freedom on the Global Stage Washington, D.C. – President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State has been hailed as a pivotal moment in Rubio’s distinguished public service career, marked by his steadfast defense of religious freedom and human rights. […]