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Rubio considers resigning after midterm defeat
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Marco Rubio sworn in as US Secretary of State after 99-0 Senate vote
The Senate confirmed Marco Rubio unanimously as America's top diplomat, and he took office at the start of Donald Trump's second term.
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Democrats make broad gains in the 2026 US midterm elections
Democrats made broad gains against Republicans in the November 2026 midterm elections for the US Congress, held on 3 November.
Rubio reportedly weighs quitting as secretary of state after midterm losses
Reports say US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is considering stepping down after Republicans' midterm defeat. The White House and State Department deny it.