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Waltz Out as US National Security Adviser, Rubio Steps In

2 May 20251 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSWaltz Out as USNational SecurityAdviser, RubioSteps In2 May 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The US President dismissed his National Security Adviser and handed the role temporarily to his Secretary of State.

Key facts

  • Mike Waltz was ousted as National Security Adviser.
  • Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, became the interim replacement.
  • It was the first major shakeup of the inner circle since Trump took office in January.

Exam angle

  • Rubio held two posts after the change: Secretary of State and interim National Security Adviser.
  • Likely question: who replaced Waltz on an interim basis?

Test yourself

1. Who was removed as US National Security Adviser?

Trump ousted Mike Waltz from the post.

2. Who was named interim US National Security Adviser after Waltz's removal?

Secretary of State Marco Rubio took the interim role.

3. The Waltz removal was described as the first major shakeup of Trump's inner circle since he took office in which month?

The shakeup was the first since he took office in January.

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