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State lays off more than 1,300 people as Rubio pledges more efficiency
The State Department began laying off more than 1,300 workers on Friday, proceeding with long-expected staff cuts that ...
Rubio stresses cooperation in talks with China’s Wang Yi in Malaysia as US-China tensions simmer
Rubio described the meeting as “constructive” and that the two nations can learn to manage their differences while exploring ...
Rubio’s Cuts at State Department Demote Longtime U.S. Values
Secretary of State Marco Rubio insists he is streamlining a bloated department, but critics warn the cost to America’s ...
Watchdog backs Rubio’s sanctions on UN official over ‘shameful efforts’ targeting US, Israel
The State Department confirmed sanctions were imposed on UN official Francesca Albanese over efforts targeting U.S. and ...
Rubio says US and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks after he met ...
Rubio and China’s Top Envoy Vie for Influence in Asia Over Trump’s Tariffs
Secretary of State Marco Rubio wants to bolster ties with Asia to counter Beijing’s power, but President Trump’s tariff ...
Rubio says no 'drama or division' in US relations with Japan
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday played down concerns about relations with key U.S. ally Japan, saying there is ...
Rubio’s 36-Hour Trip to Asia Left U.S. Allies Wanting More
Marco Rubio’s first trip to Asia as secretary of state was aimed at assuring U.S. partners. Instead, it was cut short and ...