A source close to Rubio said stepping down would make political sense, arguing that remaining secretary of state could damage his presidential prospects by tying him more closely to the administration’s record.
\n\nUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio is reportedly considering leaving President Donald Trump’s administration following the Republicans’ losses in the 2026 midterm elections, with political insiders suggesting he could step down to prepare for a potential presidential campaign in 2028.
\n\nAccording to an exclusive report by The Independent, senior Republican figures and UK government sources believe Rubio may distance himself from the administration as he considers a run for the Republican presidential nomination. Vice President JD Vance is seen as a potential rival in the contest.
\n\nThe midterm elections dealt a major setback to Trump, with Democrats taking control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The results have fuelled speculation about possible departures from the administration, with Rubio reportedly among several Cabinet members considering their political futures.
\n\nOne Washington insider told The Independent that Rubio would need to “distance himself from the Iran war and pin that one on Trump”.
\n\nVance has already publicly blamed the Iran war for the Republican defeat. Speaking after the…
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