Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., praised Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., as a "strong choice" for Secretary of State.
"Unsurprisingly, the other team’s pick will have political differences than my own," Fetterman posted on X. "That being said, my colleague @SenMarcoRubio is a strong choice and I look forward to voting for his confirmation."
Unsurprisingly, the other team’s pick will have political differences than my own.
— U.S. Senator John Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA) November 12, 2024
That being said, my colleague @SenMarcoRubio is a strong choice and I look forward to voting for his confirmation. pic.twitter.com/OUIDx5KK4J
If Rubio accepts the role, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will name a temporary replacement for his Senate seat until a special election.
Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., also backed Rubio, calling him "an outstanding choice."
"Senator Rubio has a proven record of promoting freedom, defending American interests on the global stage, and standing firm against threats from the CCP," Steube tweeted. "His leadership will be invaluable in advancing our nation’s values and priorities abroad."
Rep. Carlos Giménez, R-Fla., added, "President Trump has made a truly historic and brilliant choice in selecting Senator Marco Rubio as our nation’s Secretary of State."
Rubio is backing fellow Florida Republican Sen. Rick Scott for Senate Republican Leader.
Sens. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and John Thune, R-S.D., are also in the running.
The vote for Senate Republican Leader is set for Wednesday.
Rubio has served in the Senate since 2011.