Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State under President Trump, has outlined the priorities and mission for the Department of State during Trump's second administration. He emphasized that American foreign policy should be guided by national interests, asking if actions make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
Rubio stated that the State Department would become more innovative and focused. This includes curbing mass migration and securing borders as a priority in diplomatic relations, especially in the Western Hemisphere. The department will not engage in activities that facilitate mass migration and will focus on negotiating repatriation of illegal immigrants.
The Secretary highlighted performance-based rewards within the department following an executive order from President Trump eliminating "DEIA" requirements across government sectors. Rubio stressed returning to diplomacy basics by moving away from divisive political and cultural issues.
He also addressed censorship concerns, emphasizing support for free speech while combating enemy propaganda with truth. The aim is to defend Americans' rights without censoring them.
On environmental policies, Rubio mentioned that while threats to the natural environment won't be ignored, climate policies weakening America will be eliminated. Diplomacy will aid in achieving energy dominance as promised by President Trump.
Rubio concluded by stating that these strategies are part of a forward-looking agenda amid great power rivalry to ensure America's safety, strength, and prosperity through a refocused State Department.