On June 13, 2026, Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended the U.S. men's soccer team's World Cup opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. During the event, Rubio met with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña to discuss U.S.-Paraguay strategic partnerships, as reported by a State Department official. The U.S. team won the match 4-1. Rubio's presence at the game, alongside California Governor Gavin Newsom, sparked interest regarding their potential candidacies for the 2028 presidential election. Newsom has acknowledged considering a presidential run, while Rubio has been mentioned as a possible contender. The State Department did not provide details on the specific topics discussed during the meeting with Peña. Paraguay is recognized as a key ally of the U.S. in South America, particularly in the context of U.S.-China relations. The World Cup is anticipated to attract various political figures and officials as matches occur across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
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- loaded language: 'incredible win'
- loaded language: 'never stops working'
- loaded language: 'most visible Cabinet members'
- framing: highlighted the secretary's diplomatic work
- framing: political interest after reports indicated
- framing: underscored that the secretary of state continued conducting diplomatic business
- editorializing: as speculation continues about the 2028 presidential race
- vague attribution: according to a State Department official, an administration official told Fox News Digital, some political observers
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Marco Rubio Meets Paraguayan President During World Cup Opener in Los Angeles
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña during the U.S. men's soccer team's World Cup opener on June 13, 2026, in Los Angeles. The meeting occurred as speculation about potential presidential candidates for 2028, including Rubio and California Governor Gavin Newsom, continues. The U.S. team won the match against Paraguay 4-1.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'incredible win'
- ✕ loaded language: 'never stops working'
- ✕ loaded language: 'most visible Cabinet members'
- ✕ framing: highlighted the secretary's diplomatic work
- ✕ framing: political interest after reports indicated
- ✕ framing: underscored that the secretary of state continued conducting diplomatic business
- ✕ editorializing: as speculation continues about the 2028 presidential race
- ✕ vague attribution: according to a State Department official, an administration official told Fox News Digital, some political observers
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Rubio, Newsom share World Cup spotlight at US opener as 2028 presidential speculation swirls
Marco Rubio Meets Paraguayan President During World Cup Opener in Los Angeles