X Highlights from Marco Rubio Through May 21, 2025

May 21: Condemning Embassy Attack

Rubio stated, 'We condemn in the strongest possible terms the murder of two staff members from the Embassy of Israel in Washington, DC. Our prayers are with their loved ones. This was a brazen act of cowardly, antisemitic violence. Make no mistake: we will track down those responsible and'

The attack on the Israeli Embassy staff was a significant incident, prompting strong condemnation from Rubio. The Department of State is coordinating with law enforcement to ensure justice, aligning with the administration’s firm stance against antisemitism and violence targeting allies.

May 20: Senate Hearings on America First Policy

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio posted, 'Returning to the Senate this morning for back-to-back hearings. My message is simple: @POTUS will never apologize for putting America and Americans first.'

Rubio faced questions during Senate hearings on May 20 regarding the Trump administration’s foreign policy, particularly its focus on prioritizing American interests. He defended the administration’s approach, emphasizing a commitment to national security and economic strength, as reported by Reuters on May 21.

May 18: Papal Inauguration Attendance

Rubio shared, 'I was honored to join @VP and @SLOTUS as part of the official U.S. delegation for the inaugural mass of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square today. As the first American pontiff begins his sacred ministry, let us unite in prayer for @Pontifex .'

Rubio’s participation in the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV underscored the administration’s respect for religious milestones. His presence in Vatican City, alongside Vice President JD Vance, highlighted U.S. support for the new pontiff, as noted in posts on X.

May 17: Vatican City Visit

Rubio wrote, 'It was an honor to visit Vatican City today ahead of @Pontifex ’s Inaugural Mass. The majesty and history of the Holy See is truly remarkable.'

The visit to Vatican City was part of Rubio’s diplomatic engagements in Italy, reflecting the administration’s emphasis on strengthening ties with religious and cultural institutions. The trip preceded the historic papal inauguration, reinforcing U.S. commitment to faith-based diplomacy.

May 17: Call with Russian Foreign Minister

Rubio posted, 'In my phone call today with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, I reiterated @POTUS 's message: the death and destruction must stop. The U.S. has presented a strong peace plan and we welcome the Prisoner of War exchange agreement reached in Istanbul. Let's not miss this huge'

Rubio’s call with Lavrov focused on advancing President Trump’s peace plan for the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The prisoner exchange agreement marked progress, with Rubio emphasizing the need for an end to hostilities, as reported by the Department of State on May 15.

May 16: Italy Diplomatic Visit

Rubio noted, 'Good to be in Italy. Looking forward to visiting with @VP and it will be an honor to attend His Holiness Pope Leo XIV’s Inaugural Mass on Sunday.'

Rubio’s trip to Italy included diplomatic engagements and preparations for the papal inauguration. His activities underscored the administration’s focus on fostering strong bilateral relations with Italy and supporting significant religious events.

May 15: NATO Defense Spending Push

Rubio announced, 'Arrived in Türkiye to encourage @NATO Allies to increase defense spending to 5% of their GDP. It’s time to align our words with action. Thanks to @POTUS we’ve seen progress, but all Allies need to step up.'

Rubio’s visit to Türkiye aimed to strengthen NATO’s collective defense by urging allies to boost military budgets. His call for a 5% GDP commitment reflects the administration’s push for enhanced global security, as covered by Reuters on May 15.

Week in Review

Over the past week, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio demonstrated a robust diplomatic agenda through his X posts. From advocating for NATO allies to increase defense spending in Türkiye to engaging in high-level talks with Russia’s Foreign Minister to advance peace in Ukraine, Rubio emphasized President Trump’s America First policies. His condemnation of the attack on Israeli Embassy staff highlighted a commitment to combating antisemitism, while his participation in the historic inauguration of Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City showcased support for religious milestones. Rubio’s Senate hearings further reinforced the administration’s focus on national interests, making his activities a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy this week.