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Secretary of State Rubio? Energy Secretary Burgum? Here’s who could fill out a second Trump administration
By Diana Glebova
Published Oct. 22, 2024, 11:56 a.m. ET
Election Day is still two weeks away, but Donald Trump’s transition team is in advanced talks with high-profile Republicans who are hopeful of serving in a presidential administration.
Among the biggest names is Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), a former finalist to be Trump’s running mate who is being strongly considered for secretary of state, The Post has learned.
“Senator Rubio is respected and known for his expertise in matters of foreign affairs and he has been a strong and loyal supporter of President Trump,” a campaign source told The Post about Rubio’s chances.
Carlos Trujillo, a former Florida legislator who served as US ambassador to the Organization of American States during Trump’s first term, has also backed the three-time senator to be America’s next top diplomat.
“He’s been a great surrogate for the campaign, a strong supporter of the president, and I think they have a very strong personal relationship,” said Trujillo, adding he thinks Rubio would be “absolutely” open to serving in a second Trump cabinet.
“I think he would be the most qualified by far of any candidate they could nominate,” Trujillo added, saying that Trump, 78, has “trust” in the Florida senator, 53, that makes him the “strongest candidate” to help the State Department.
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