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Trump Nominates Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador, Names Rubio Acting National Security Adviser

CBS New YorkMay 1, 20252 min5,843 views
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National Security Adviser Change

  • 📌 Mike Waltz is departing his role as National Security Adviser in the Trump administration.
  • 🎯 President Trump announced he will nominate Waltz to be the next United States Ambassador to the United Nations.
  • ⚡ The change comes after Waltz faced backlash for inadvertently leaking sensitive military details on a messaging platform.

Acting National Security Adviser

  • 🇺🇸 Secretary of State Marco Rubio will temporarily assume the duties of National Security Adviser.
  • ⚠️ This transition occurs as the White House is engaged in brokering peace deals and diplomatic talks.

Iran and Houthi Rebels

  • 💬 Mike Waltz sent a message to Iran, emphasizing the president's desire for peace and readiness to make a deal, while stating Iran cannot possess a nuclear weapon.
  • 🚨 Defense Secretary Pete Hegsv issued a strong warning to Iran regarding its support of the Houthi rebels, indicating consequences would follow.

Waltz's Reaction

  • 👏 Mike Waltz expressed that he was deeply honored to continue his service to the president and the nation in his new capacity.
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