Bilirakis Applauds Rubio Appointment to Serve as Secretary of State

Washington, DC:  U.S. Congressman Gus Bilirakis released the following statement after President-Elect Donald J. Trump announced that Florida’s U.S. Senator Marco Rubio will serve as Secretary of State.  

“I am thrilled that my good friend and fellow Floridian, Senator Marco Rubio has been named the incoming Secretary of State by President-Elect Donald Trump. Senator Rubio is an America-First leader and has proven himself to be a thoughtful and effective policymaker who understands the importance of leading from a position of strength. He understands the threats posed by our adversaries and knows how to build consensus with our allies.  As a Cuban-American whose family was forced to flee their homeland, Senator Rubio is also acutely aware of the evils of Socialism and brutal regimes.  I know that Senator Rubio will make a tremendous Secretary of State who will prioritize American interests around the globe, strengthen partnerships with our allies and help facilitate stability and peace wherever possible. I cannot wait to get to work with him,”  said U.S. Congressman Gus Bilirakis.