Marco Rubio weighs leaving administration after GOP’s midterm loss

The Economic Times · Bloomberg · 2026-11-06 00:55 UTC

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is deliberating on his future within the Trump administration following the Republican midterm losses. He has discussed potential resignation options with White House officials, yet his decision remains undisclosed. The political landscape has shifted significantly, prompting considerations for his next career moves. Rubio's association with Trump's policies is currently under scrutiny from newly empowered Democrats in Congress.

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Rubio and his advisers are going over options for his future, according to the people, who asked not to be identified discussing internal deliberations. He hasn’t made a decision about whether to quit his posts as top US diplomat and national security adviser, and there is no timetable on a possible departure.

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