Trump Loses Control of Congress, but Marco Rubio Issues Warning on What’s to Come
Posted on 11/11/26 at 12:01
- Rubio defends Trump's international leadership
- Democrats seize legislative control from Republicans
- Machado returns to Venezuela without arrests.
Marco Rubio issues warning. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured that Donald Trump will continue to lead US foreign policy despite the Republican defeat in the midterm elections, which left Congress under Democratic control.
During a press conference in Paris, where he participated in a G7 meeting, Rubio made it clear that the election outcome will not modify the central role of the president in international decisions.
According to a report by the EFE agency, the official acknowledged Congress's powers but insisted that the White House will continue to set the country's diplomatic course.
Marco Rubio Issues Warning and Makes Clear Who Will Control Foreign Policy
“Congress has a role to play in our foreign policy, especially regarding its funding and oversight function”, Rubio stated.
However, he added that “the main factor that determines US foreign policy has always been and will continue to be the president”.
The Secretary of State recalled his experience on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, where he tried to influence international decisions during Democratic administrations.
He explained that back then, he was also reminded that the conduct of foreign policy corresponds mainly to the president, an argument he now uses to defend Trump.
Marco Rubio Issues Warning: Defends Pete Hegseth Against Impeachment Attempt
Rubio also supported Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth against the impeachment initiative promoted by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie.
The proposal is related to Hegseth's participation in the unpopular Iran war, according to the EFE dispatch.
“I think it's unfair. I think Pete has done a good job, I really do”, Rubio said, highlighting his experience working directly with the official.
The US diplomacy chief also described Hegseth as a hardworking and intelligent person, ensuring that he knows aspects of his performance that are not visible to lawmakers and the media.
What Did Marco Rubio Say About María Corina Machado?
In another statement collected by EFE, Rubio addressed Venezuela's political situation and celebrated that opposition leader María Corina Machado remains in the country without being arrested.
“I think it's been very good that María Corina and other opposition members have been in the country for over two weeks”, he expressed.
The official highlighted that the opposition has been able to hold press conferences and use the internet since Machado's return to Venezuela on October 25.
Venezuela Prepares New Electoral Institutions
Rubio recalled that the roadmap agreed upon between Washington, Chavismo, and opposition sectors contemplates establishing a renewed Supreme Court by mid-December.
Subsequently, the creation of a new electoral council is expected. Once both institutions are functioning, interim president Delcy Rodríguez should declare the presidency vacant.
This procedure would open a six-month period for holding elections, according to the scheme explained by the Secretary of State.
Millions of Venezuelans Abroad, Another Challenge
Rubio warned that fundamental issues still need to be resolved to guarantee the electoral participation of the over seven million Venezuelans living outside their country.
Among the obstacles, he mentioned the absence of open Venezuelan consulates in the US, necessary to facilitate the vote of residents in US territory.
“We need consulates open in the US so that those in the US can vote”, he stated.
As Washington promotes negotiations on Venezuela, Rubio insists that Trump will maintain leadership of US foreign policy, regardless of the new composition of Congress.