Rubio ‘sold his soul,’ manipulating Trump on foreign policy

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Influencing on Foreign Policy:
- Former White House attorney Ty Cobb accused Secretary of State Marco Rubio of having undue influence over President Trump’s foreign policy decisions, suggesting Rubio has “sold his soul” to manipulate the president regarding issues such as Cuba and Venezuela.
Changes in Administration:
- Cobb notes a change in the administration’s decision-making process, highlighting that influential figures like General John Kelly and General James Mattis, who could effectively say “no,” are absent.
Rubio’s Impact:
- Rubio’s history of criticism against the Venezuelan and Cuban governments seems to align with recent Trump administration actions, including threats against Cuba and perceived targeting of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
Cuban Response:
- Cuba has rejected Trump’s recent demands to make a deal, emphasizing Cuba’s sovereignty and asserting it has been aggressively acted against by the United States for over six decades.
Regional Tensions:
- President Trump’s foreign policies have created tensions both with American allies and adversaries, with his desire to acquire Greenland particularly upsetting Denmark.
State Department Silence:
- Attempts to reach the State Department for comment on Ty Cobb’s criticism have not been answered at the time of reporting.

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