Rubio Dominating WH Briefing Sparks 2028 Chatter

Rubio is the first official from the administration to take over for Leavitt

Rubio has also taken part in discussions involving officials from Ukraine and Russia as part of efforts to resolve that conflict.

During Tuesday’s briefing, Rubio fielded questions for more than 50 minutes, focusing largely on foreign policy issues including the Iran conflict, Trump’s planned trip to China, his upcoming meeting with the Vatican, and U.S. policy toward Latin America, particularly Venezuela and Cuba.

Rubio engaged with reporters with a smile, calling on members of the press by the color of their clothing and singling out an Italian journalist he recognized.