Marco Rubio's Foreign Policy Direction

Marco Rubio has sent a cable to U.S. embassies outlining his vision for foreign policy, emphasizing that every action must be justified by whether it makes America safer, stronger, and more prosperous. This marks a departure from his predecessor, Antony Blinken, and indicates that Rubio intends to adopt a hardline stance consistent with an America First approach. His bipartisan appeal is evident from the overwhelming support he received for his confirmation, suggesting that while his policies may be assertive, they have significant backing. This shift reflects a broader trend within parts of the Republican Party that seek to reframe the State Department's mission around nationalism and skepticism toward traditional diplomatic norms.