Senate to Confirm Marco Rubio as Secretary of State Tonight After Unanimous 22-0 Committee Vote

Jan 20, 2025, 10:34 PM

Marco Rubio is set to become the next U.S. Secretary of State after a unanimous 22-0 vote by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee advanced his nomination. The committee convened at 4:30 p.m. after President Donald Trump's inauguration to approve Rubio, with Chairman James E. Risch predicting he will be confirmed by nightfall. The full Senate is expected to confirm Rubio later tonight, making him the first Cabinet member of the new administration to be approved. The expedited process was facilitated by Democrats clearing the way.