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From Trump opponent to Trump loyalist: The evolution of Marco Rubio

2024/11/17
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旁白：马可·卢比奥从2016年竞选总统时强烈批评特朗普，称其为骗子，其领导风格危险，到如今成为特朗普政府的国务卿，这一转变反映了共和党在特朗普影响下发生的巨大变化。他的转变也为我们理解他未来作为国务卿的行事方式提供了线索。文中通过对比卢比奥在2016年和2024年对特朗普言论的不同回应，以及他与特朗普政府合作的密切程度，展现了其政治立场的转变过程。 Marianne Levine：卢比奥2010年进入参议院，作为茶党浪潮中的一员，被视为共和党未来的希望。2016年总统竞选期间，他与特朗普的冲突激烈，使用了人身攻击等手段，但效果不佳。在竞选失败后，卢比奥的言论和行为逐渐转向支持特朗普，并在特朗普第一任期内与其政府密切合作，尤其在拉美政策方面。在最近的竞选中，卢比奥公开支持特朗普，并攻击拜登。虽然在一些重大外交政策问题上，卢比奥的立场与特朗普有所不同，但他的一些举动也暗示着他的立场可能正在发生转变。 Marianne Levine补充：卢比奥2016年竞选期间，他与特朗普的冲突激烈，使用了人身攻击等手段，但效果不佳。在竞选失败后，卢比奥的言论和行为逐渐转向支持特朗普，并在特朗普第一任期内与其政府密切合作，尤其在拉美政策方面。在最近的竞选中，卢比奥公开支持特朗普，并攻击拜登。虽然在一些重大外交政策问题上，卢比奥的立场与特朗普有所不同，但他的一些举动也暗示着他的立场可能正在发生转变。例如，他投票反对一项向乌克兰和以色列提供数十亿美元援助的法案，这与他以往的立场有所不同，可能预示着他未来在外交政策上会更加倾向于特朗普的立场。

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Why did Marco Rubio change his stance on Donald Trump?

Rubio's evolution reflects the Republican Party's shift towards embracing Trump's populist approach, recognizing the anger and frustration among voters left behind by the economy.

How did Marco Rubio's political journey under Trump's presidency differ from his earlier stance?

Rubio transitioned from criticizing Trump to becoming a loyal ally, working closely with the Trump administration on policies like Latin America and paid family leave initiatives.

What significant moment highlighted Marco Rubio's loyalty to Trump during the recent campaign?

At a rally in Pennsylvania, Rubio informed Trump about Biden's remarks calling Trump supporters 'garbage,' showcasing his loyalty and readiness to attack Democrats.

In what ways has Marco Rubio maintained traditional Republican views despite aligning with Trump?

Rubio has largely stayed within traditional Republican positions on foreign policy, such as full-throated support for NATO and Ukraine, despite Trump's efforts to reshape the party's stance.

What recent vote by Marco Rubio might indicate a shift in his foreign policy stance?

Rubio's vote against a $95 billion foreign aid bill, which included support for Ukraine and Israel, suggests a potential move towards Trump's more isolationist foreign policy views.

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This chapter examines Marco Rubio's transformation from a vocal critic of Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential campaign to a loyal supporter and potential Secretary of State under Trump.
  • Rubio initially called Trump a con artist and described his leadership style as dangerous.
  • Rubio's evolution reflects broader changes within the Republican Party.
  • His potential role as Secretary of State could provide insights into how he might operate in that position.

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When compared to some of president-elect Trump's other cabinet picks, Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State is a pretty conventional choice.He's a veteran politician who served on the foreign relations and intelligence committees for over a decade, and he's been a loyal Trump backer throughout this year's campaign. But when you look back at Marco Rubio during his 2016 presidential campaign, there's a striking contrast. When he ran against Trump in 2016, Rubio called him a con artist, and described his style of leadership as dangerous. Now, he's going to work for him. Marco Rubio's political evolution is indicative of how the Republican Party has remade itself around Donald Trump, and it gives some clues about how he may operate as the nation's top diplomat.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at [email protected] more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)