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Secretary of State - 101

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This is your What does the US Secretary of State do, a 101 podcast.Explore the captivating lives and careers of the Secretaries of State with the "Secretary of State Living Biography" podcast. Updated regularly, this biographical series delves into the personal and professional journeys of these influential figures in global diplomacy and national policy. Each episode offers insightful stories, historical context, and expert commentary, making it a must-listen for history enthusiasts and political

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3:23

Rubio Emerges as Foreign Policy Powerhouse: Reshaping...

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2026/01/11

Listeners, in the last few days Secretary of State Marco Rubio has moved to the center of American foreign policy with two major developments that are drawing intense global attention.According to Politico, Rubio has become the administration’s point person on Venezuela after the United States led a covert operation that captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in Caracas. In the days surrounding the raid, Rubio appeared across Sunday political shows and briefed Congress, defending the operation as

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2:41

Headline: "Rubio's Foreign Policy Gamble: Withdrawing...

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2026/01/11

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spent the last several days at the center of two major foreign policy storms, tying his political future to a hard line on multilateral institutions and to high risk intervention in Venezuela.According to Fox News and a detailed essay Rubio published on the State Department Substack, he is spearheading the Trump administrations decision to withdraw the United States from sixty six international organizations across areas such as climate policy, human rights, and

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3:12

Headline: Rubio at the Helm: US Flexes Global...

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2026/01/08

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is at the center of two fast moving foreign policy stories that have unfolded over the last few days, involving Venezuela and Greenland, and both highlight how aggressively the current administration is willing to project United States power abroad.According to ABC News, Rubio briefed senators this week on what he called a threefold process for Venezuelas future, following the dramatic capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro by United States forces and the

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2:48

Rubio Spearheads Venezuela Transition: U.S. Takes...

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2026/01/06

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has become a central figure in the Trump administration's dramatic intervention in Venezuela over the past few days. Following the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, Rubio has taken the lead on implementing economic and political reforms in the country.President Trump appointed Rubio to head a comprehensive team managing Venezuela's transition, which includes officials handling energy, financial, and military policy

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2:41

Headline: "Rubio Defends Trump's Venezuela Operation:...

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2026/01/04

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been at the center of major developments regarding U.S. military operations in Venezuela over the past few days. On January 2, 2026, the Trump administration conducted Operation Absolute Resolve, a significant military action in Caracas that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.Following the operation, Rubio made several important statements about the situation. He characterized Maduro as never having been a legitimate leader and indicated

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1:48

Headline: "Rubio Directs Embassies to Document Human...

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2026/01/01

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has directed United States embassies across the Western Hemisphere to document human rights abuses linked to mass migration. The Presidential Prayer Team reports that embassies must analyze government policies favoring migrants over citizens, spotlighting crimes, deadly drugs, and threats from terror groups straining American borders. This move underscores the administrations America First approach to curb migration dangers.On January first, marking Haitis 222nd

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1:53

Rubio's Foreign Policy Moves: Tackling Migration,...

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2026/01/01

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been active on multiple fronts in recent days, directing U.S. foreign policy amid pressing global challenges. On January 1, 2026, Rubio issued a directive to U.S. embassies in the Western Hemisphere, ordering them to report human rights abuses linked to mass migration. The Presidential Prayer Team reports that embassies must document crimes from these migrations, analyze government policies favoring migrants over citizens, and push foreign leaders to address

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3:10

Rubio Leads Diplomatic Efforts on Gaza, UN Aid, and...

Secretary of State - 101 ·

2025/12/30

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been at the center of several significant policy announcements and diplomatic efforts over the past few days. On Monday, December 29th, Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Miami, Florida, ahead of Netanyahu's scheduled talks with President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. According to DRM News, the discussions focused on advancing the stalled Gaza ceasefire, Israel's security concerns regarding Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran's regional influence

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2:20

Rubio Spearheads America First Agenda with Visa...

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2025/12/30

Secretary of State Marco Rubio made headlines this week with bold moves on free speech, humanitarian aid, and Middle East diplomacy. On December 23, the U.S. State Department under Rubio announced visa restrictions on five European officials, including former European Commissioner Thierry Breton and leaders from groups like the Global Disinformation Index, HateAid, and Center for Countering Digital Hate. According to the State Department, Rubio targeted them as agents of the global

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3:13

Headline: Rubio's Diplomatic Efforts Span Southeast...

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2025/12/28

Marco Rubio, serving as United States Secretary of State, has been highly visible in several fast moving diplomatic crises over the past few days, with a particular focus on Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.According to the United States Embassy in Thailand and coverage by Military dot com, Rubio issued a press statement welcoming the new ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand after weeks of intense border fighting. He praised the agreement announced by the two governments and urged both

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2:36

Headline: Rubio Faces Grilling on Ukraine Aid,...

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2025/12/25

Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced intense questioning in the U.S. House on December 24, 2025, over military support to Ukraine amid Russias largest airstrikes in months. Times of India reports Rubio grew visibly angry as lawmakers pressed him on arms shipments, strategy, and escalation risks, highlighting tensions in U.S. involvement.Earlier this week, on December 23, Rubio announced U.S. visa bans on five Europeans accused of censoring American views online. Business Insider details the targets

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2:15

Rubio and Trump Unveil Cutting-Edge "Golden Fleet"...

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2025/12/23

Secretary of State Marco Rubio joined President Donald Trump yesterday in Palm Beach, Florida, for a major announcement on expanding the United States Navy fleet. According to the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service, Trump appeared alongside Rubio, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, and Navy Secretary John Phelan to unveil plans for a new class of warships called the Golden Fleet. The event, held at Trumps Mar-a-Lago resort, highlighted battleships described as the fastest, biggest, and most

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2:47

Rebuilding Gaza: Secretary of State Rubio Navigates...

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2025/12/23

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been actively involved in several major policy initiatives as the Trump administration enters its second term. Over the past few days, Rubio has played a central role in shaping the administration's approach to Middle East reconstruction and international diplomacy.According to reporting from the Wall Street Journal, Rubio has been backing a sweeping proposal called Project Sunrise to rebuild Gaza into a futuristic international destination. The plan, developed

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2:33

Realism, Prioritization, and Restraint: Secretary...

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2025/12/21

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a two-hour year-end press conference on Friday, December 19, outlining a shift toward realism, prioritization, and restraint in American foreign policy. CNN-News18 reports that Rubio detailed reforms including department reorganization, empowering embassies, and strategically using foreign aid to align with national interests. He emphasized mediation in global conflicts like Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan while promoting peace and stability.On Sudan, Rubio

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2:19

Rubio and Qatari PM Deepen Strategic Dialogue,...

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2025/12/18

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani at the Department of State in Washington on December 17, 2025. According to the U.S. Department of State, the discussion launched the seventh U.S.-Qatar Strategic Dialogue, focusing on deepening cooperation on shared economic and security goals in the Middle East, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere. The State Department readout emphasized the strategic partnership between the two

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2:49

Navigating Geopolitical Complexities: Marco Rubio's...

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2025/12/18

Marco Rubio, serving as United States Secretary of State, has been at the center of several fast moving diplomatic and policy developments in recent days. According to the US Department of State, Rubio hosted Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Washington on December seventeenth, opening the seventh United States Qatar Strategic Dialogue at the State Department. The official readout emphasized strengthening security and economic cooperation and

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2:24

Diplomatic Powerhouse: Rubio Navigates Foreign Ties...

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2025/12/16

Secretary of State Marco Rubio made headlines this week with key diplomatic moves and congressional scrutiny. On December 15, 2025, Rubio hosted Paraguayan Foreign Minister Ruben Ramirez Lezcano at the Department of State in Washington for a signing ceremony of the United States-Paraguay Status of Forces Agreement, according to the U.S. Department of State. This pact boosts security cooperation, allowing quicker joint responses to threats like natural disasters or regional challenges, while

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3:27

Rubio's Busy Week: Security Pacts, Boat Strikes, and...

Secretary of State - 101 ·

2025/12/16

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been at the center of several significant developments in recent days, spanning security policy, human rights, and even government culture and style.According to the United States Department of State, Rubio on December fifteenth hosted Paraguayan Foreign Minister Ruben Ramirez Lezcano in Washington for the signing of a new Status of Forces Agreement between the United States and Paraguay. The agreement formalizes the legal framework for United States military

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3:12

Rubio's Aggressive Diplomacy: Divisive Tactics or...

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2025/12/14

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been at the center of several fast moving foreign policy stories in recent days, touching on terrorism, African security, Middle East peace efforts, and even the look of American diplomacy on paper.According to reports from CNN and the Tribune India, Rubio publicly condemned the deadly terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Australia that targeted a Jewish celebration. He declared that antisemitism has no place in the world and expressed solidarity with

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2:43

Headline: Rubio Asserts Assertive Diplomacy as US...

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2025/12/14

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been at the center of several fast moving developments in recent days, underscoring how assertive his approach to diplomacy has become in the Trump administration’s second term.According to Reuters, Rubio sharply warned Rwanda after M23 rebels seized the strategic city of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, just days after a Washington peace accord brokered by President Donald Trump and signed by the leaders of Congo and Rwanda. Rubio said

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