Duval Times

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio discussed President-elect Donald Trump's recent victory and the policy challenges facing the United States in an interview on Today. Rubio emphasized the significance of Trump's success, highlighting his ability to form a diverse coalition of voters.

Rubio stated, “I think we have to understand how he [President-elect Donald Trump] won, not just that he won, but how he won. He won by putting together the most diverse coalition of American voters in modern history." He noted that concerns about economic issues and safety resonated with voters across different backgrounds.

Discussing immigration policy, Rubio pointed out, “The immigration law of this country is as follows, ‘If you are here unlawfully, you are to be detained until removal.’ That’s the law of the country." He mentioned that Trump's focus would be on deporting dangerous criminals as a priority.

On foreign policy matters such as Ukraine, Rubio commented on Trump's approach: “In the case of Ukraine, who wants war? What he’s talking about is that he wants the war to end." He suggested that while supporting Ukraine's defense against Russia is important, there needs to be a resolution to avoid long-term setbacks for Ukraine.

Rubio's remarks underscore key themes from Trump's campaign and highlight potential directions for his upcoming administration.