WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement:
“It is my constitutional duty to advise and consent on presidential appointments. Ahead of his confirmation hearing, I am grateful Senator Rubio sat down with me to discuss my many concerns for the future of U.S. foreign policy under President Trump. I further appreciate that Senator Rubio substantively engaged with my questions and those of my colleagues during his confirmation hearing last week.
“I’ve had the privilege of serving alongside Senator Rubio for over a decade and can attest to his deep commitment to serving the American people. I’ve also had the opportunity to work on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee with him. While we disagree on many issues, I have always been impressed by his wealth of knowledge, work ethic, and his unwavering commitment to our country. I have no doubt that he is fully qualified and capable to lead the State Department, so I voted to support his nomination. I look forward to working with Senator Rubio in the years ahead to address our most pressing global challenges.”