Marco Rubio

U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody faces primary challenges from several candidates in a race that includes Chris Gleason, Neelam Taneja Perry, Pastor Ernie Rivera, Angie Nixon, and Alex Vindman. Candidates are focusing on key issues for Floridians, such as affordability, healthcare costs, and economic development, while Moody highlights past achievements like rolling back regulations for the citrus industry.

Florida is holding primaries for governor and Congress, featuring a crowded field of candidates across both major parties. David Jolly leads Democrats in the race for governor, while U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds seeks the Republican nomination. These primary battles are seen as tests of Trump’s political influence and an effort by Democrats to regain Florida's status as a national political battleground.

The article argues that Marco Rubio, as US secretary of state and chief American diplomat, has a unique chance to promote global peace given major international crises such as the unresolved Iran war, escalating Russian attacks on Nato allies, and ongoing conflicts like the Ukraine war. The author frames this opportunity for Rubio to prove himself as a respected global statesman, particularly in relation to potential 2028 nomination bids.

The article analyzes media coverage of a minor security incident where the Secret Service advised Donald Trump to switch military planes while press and staff remained on Air Force One. Despite widespread media reporting that highlighted this change, some experts questioned whether the initial premise of danger was accurate, noting that top aides were still present.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent flew out of Turkey on a decoy plane following an Iranian threat, while Donald Trump was secretly moved via a military jet. This maneuver occurred after intelligence officials raised concerns about a potential assassination plot against the president during his return journey to Washington.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent departed from the NATO summit in Turkey on a decoy plane. Simultaneously, President Donald Trump was moved onto another plane after an Iranian threat.

President Donald Trump announced that the federal government will fund $180 million in grants for mining schools to help rebuild the U.S. coal industry. The funding includes allocations from the Department of Energy and the Department of Defense, while he also committed over $2 billion in new contracts for companies like Niron Magnetics and Sila Nanotechnologies.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a policy banning visas for foreigners linked to “far-left terrorism,” referencing Donald Trump’s National Security Presidential Memorandum-7. Critics worry that vague language regarding “economic sabotage” could be used to suppress dissent or target groups associated with divestment movements. Advocacy attorneys suggest the vagueness is intentional, designed to create a broad chilling effect on public disagreement with government policy.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband discussed the importance of Europe taking a greater role in its own security during a meeting in Washington. Miliband's recent appointment was noted, with the White House expressing concern over past disagreements regarding his net zero commitments as UK energy minister.

US Secretary Marco Rubio stated there has been progress in negotiations with Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, though finality has not yet been achieved.

President Donald Trump stated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced as early as Wednesday or Thursday. Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement where ships would enter through an Iranian-controlled route and exit via an Omani-controlled route, with security and environmental fees. Oil prices eased amid hopes for a resolution to the conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced by Wednesday or Thursday. Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement to establish shipping lanes controlled by Iran for entry and Oman for exit, with service fees for security and environmental protection. The Trump administration opposes Iranian control of the strait, which has been blocked by Iran's attacks since a U.S.-Israel attack in February.

US President Donald Trump warned Iran that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened soon or Iran would face severe consequences. Negotiations with Iran, Oman, and Qatar are ongoing, with a potential 60-day interim deal to ensure safe passage through the strait. Iran seeks control of the waterway and tolls, while the US aims to de-escalate tensions and secure reopening.

Senior U.S. officials suggest a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be imminent, with progress in Iran-Oman talks. Attacks on ships in the Strait and Red Sea, along with ongoing conflict in Gaza, underscore regional tensions.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio led Vice President Vance by 36 points in a 2028 GOP presidential straw poll at the Western Conservative Summit in Colorado, with 57% of over 500 respondents supporting Rubio.

Iran and Oman have made progress toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with ships entering via an Iranian-controlled route and exiting through an Omani-controlled route. Negotiations continue, with the U.S. opposing tolls and potential Iranian control, while regional officials highlight the agreement's potential to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

Qatar reported progress in US-Iran talks aimed at ending the war, though Iran denied negotiations are ongoing. The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, with a ship attack reported, while US officials expressed optimism about a potential agreement to reopen the critical shipping route.

Iran and Oman are negotiating a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with ships entering via an Iranian-controlled route and exiting through an Omani-controlled route, potentially linked to lifting the U.S. blockade on Iran’s ports. U.S. officials acknowledge progress but express concerns about Iran controlling the strait, while Iranian officials emphasize securing safe shipping lanes.

Iran and Oman have made progress toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with ships entering via an Iranian-controlled route and exiting through an Omani-controlled route, subject to service fees. The agreement remains conditional on the U.S. lifting its blockade on Iran’s ports, and negotiations are ongoing with potential U.S. opposition.

Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, stated that progress has been made in talks with Iran but not finality yet. US President Donald Trump described it as the 'last chance' for Iran to reach an agreement 'before decapitation'.

U.S. Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio discussed Cuba's espionage activities in the U.S. during a Fox News interview, stating Cuban spies infiltrate government, financial, and academic institutions. Dr. Andy S. Gomez, Local 10’s Cuba Analyst, is noted as a leading scholar on Cuba who retired from the University of Miami in 2012 after 32 years in higher education.

Iran accused Kuwait of supporting US military operations in the Gulf, citing historical tensions dating back to the Gulf War (1990-91) and the Iran-Iraq War (1980-88). Recent missile attacks on American bases in Kuwait by Iran have led to mutual accusations, with Kuwait calling the strikes 'criminal aggression.'

Iran and Kuwait's historically amicable relationship has deteriorated amid accusations over US military bases and recent missile attacks on American facilities in Kuwait. Tensions trace back to Kuwait's support for Iraq during the Iran-Iraq War and fears of Iranian influence, with recent clashes escalating as Iran targets US bases in the Gulf.

President Donald Trump faces a dilemma as Iran demands control over the Strait of Hormuz to end hostilities, a move the White House deems politically unpalatable. Trump has alternated between threats and offers of resolution, recently calling off an attack pending a deal to open the strait, though Iran has not confirmed agreement. Administration officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, warn that ceding control would weaken U.S. sanctions power and embolden Iran.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Cuba has embedded spies in U.S. institutions and labeled the country an 'espionage superpower.' He cited a State Department report linking Cuba to influence operations, including protests and radical activism, and referenced cases like convicted Cuban spy Manuel Rocha and DIA analyst Ana Belén Montes.

Trump is indifferent to midterm election outcomes, focusing on strengthening his influence within the GOP through a pro-Trump Congress, leveraging pardons, and financial power. He aims to shape the 2028 election by controlling the Republican nominee and message, while potential rivals like Ron DeSantis and Ted Cruz are monitored.

Marco Rubio, US secretary of state, stated Iran is facing a different US president under Donald Trump, emphasizing that Tehran can no longer rely on consequence-free negotiations. Trump warned of potential heavy attacks against Iran, including targeting energy infrastructure.

Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen urge the State Department to release $608 million in aid and $1.7 million in family-planning supplies to address an Ebola outbreak in East Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The senators argue that providing family-planning resources and supporting health clinics can prevent deaths among women and fetuses affected by the virus.

Senators Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen urged the State Department to release $608 million in congressionally-approved family-planning funds and $1.7 million in stored medical supplies to address an Ebola outbreak in East Africa. The lawmakers emphasized the urgency of providing resources to women and infants in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the virus has caused over 3,500 cases and 1,556 deaths.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced intensified diplomatic efforts to resume peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, acknowledging rigid red lines from both sides. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will visit Kyiv later in August, following multiple trips to Moscow.

Bipartisan senators Jeanne Shaheen and Lisa Murkowski urged the Trump administration to release family planning funding and supplies to aid women affected by an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio requesting to lift the funding.

US President Donald Trump stated that Secretary of State Marco Rubio's campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC) aimed to defend Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Rubio announced a US effort to 'dismantle' the ICC, which neither the US nor Israel is a member of, calling it an 'illegitimate international organization.'

Chinese and Philippine crews clashed near the BRP Sierra Madre, resulting in an injured Filipino sailor and mutual accusations. Days later, Philippine vessels faced water cannons from Chinese ships at Scarborough Shoal during a regional security forum involving Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, calling it 'unique' and using the setting to highlight his administration's achievements. He referenced Spain's migrant crisis in Cueta as a warning to voters ahead of the U.S. midterms, suggesting similar issues could arise in the U.S. if Republicans are not elected.

President Donald Trump held a televised Cabinet meeting at Camp David, highlighting his administration's achievements and using Spain's migration crisis as a warning ahead of U.S. midterms. He emphasized the need for Republican victories to prevent a similar 'invasion' in the U.S.

U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Lisa Murkowski sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging swift action to protect women and infants from the Ebola outbreak in eastern Africa. They requested the Trump Administration to use congressionally appropriated funds for family planning programming to address the crisis.

Bipartisan senators urge Secretary of State Marco Rubio to allocate $608 million in family planning funds and release $1.7 million in contraceptive supplies to address maternal health crises in the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid an Ebola outbreak. They also seek a humanitarian exemption to resume U.S. support for UNFPA, which was halted by the Trump administration, citing rising maternal deaths and risks from Ebola during pregnancy.

President Donald Trump and his administration have criticized the International Criminal Court (ICC) and sought to undermine global human rights mechanisms, amid accusations of abuses like killing Iranian schoolchildren and deporting asylum-seekers. Officials and legal experts suggest the administration's actions aim to evade accountability, while U.S. government representatives defend their stance as aligning with the 'America First' agenda.

President Trump plans to send Cuban deportees to Uruguay while tightening policies on Cuba. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted U.S. concerns about Cuba's threat of mass migration.

The Pentagon created a new casualty category called 'Overseas Operations' to account for U.S. troops killed and wounded in renewed U.S.-Iran fighting, following the conclusion of 'Operation Epic Fury.' Four soldiers killed in July and dozens wounded were removed from the official Iran war tally and placed in the new category, with the total wounded now at 642.