Bipartisan resistance to Russian ties
Several Democratic and Republican officials have expressed discomfort with President-elect Donald Trump nominating multiple individuals who have ties to Russia. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) along with Senator John McCain (R-AZ) among others have expressed concerns with the recent nominations. Their concerns have been specific to ExxonMobil chief Rex Tillerson becoming Secretary of State. Senator Rubio does not deny that Tillerson is a “respected businessman,” however, in Rubio’s view, there are still some concerns with the potential outcome of his new political influence. Ever since the breakup of the Soviet Union Tillerson has recognized a great potential of Russia as...
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