President Trump signed a commission on September 22, 2026, officially appointing Secretary of State Marco Rubio as the national security adviser, according to a White House official. Rubio is the first individual to hold both positions simultaneously since Henry Kissinger. This appointment was first reported by MS NOW. Rubio had previously been serving in the role.
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Trump appoints Marco Rubio as national security adviser
On September 22, 2026, President Trump appointed Marco Rubio as national security adviser while he continues to serve as Secretary of State. Rubio is the first to hold both positions concurrently since Henry Kissinger.
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