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Trump's National Security and State Department Picks

Donald Trump's expected appointments of Mike Waltz as National Security Advisor and Marco Rubio as Secretary of State.

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What is Mike Waltz's background and experience?: Waltz's experience includes military service (Green Beret), working in the Bush administration, and heading a defense contracting firm. He previously served as a political advisor in the White House and Pentagon.
Who is reportedly Trump's choice for Secretary of State?: Marco Rubio, another prominent China hawk, is reportedly Trump's choice for Secretary of State. Rubio, a former presidential candidate, has served as an informal foreign policy advisor to Trump.
What was Mike Waltz's professional life like before entering Congress?: Before entering Congress, Waltz led a profitable defense contracting company with offices in Afghanistan. His experience in the military and government gives him extensive knowledge of defense issues.
What is Mike Waltz's stance on the US military presence in Afghanistan?: Waltz has advocated for a stronger US military presence in Afghanistan, criticizing the Biden administration's withdrawal and arguing for renewed military operations in the region.
Who is Donald Trump expected to appoint as his National Security Advisor?: Mike Waltz, a Republican congressman and China critic, is expected to be appointed as Donald Trump's National Security Advisor. Waltz has a military background and has consistently criticized China's activities in the Asia-Pacific region.

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