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Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended meetings and briefings at the Department of State and the White House today, according to the State Department's public schedule. In recent days, Rubio has been deeply involved in high-stakes foreign policy moves shaping global tensions.

On Venezuela, Americas Quarterly reports Rubio outlined a threefold process for the country after a United States military operation on January 3 captured former dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores. The plan focuses on stabilization, including shipping 30 to 50 million barrels of oil for sale at market prices, followed by recovery and transition under Interim President Delcy Rodriguez. The Venezuelan government has released some political prisoners and foreigners, though many dissenters remain jailed. Analysts project reviving the oil sector, now at one million barrels per day, could cost over 100 billion dollars in the next decade. Rubio has long argued this could spark change in Cuba, as noted by Le Diplomate.

Rubio also held a call with Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Bayramov, commending fuel shipments to Armenia as a sign of commitment to regional stability, per the State Department. He reaffirmed United States support for Jamaica's reconstruction in a discussion with Prime Minister Holness, according to Jamaica's Office of the Prime Minister.

On Greenland, ABC News details Rubio and Vice President JD Vance meeting Danish and Greenland officials last week amid President Trump's push to acquire the territory for national security, tied to the Golden Dome anti-missile system. Trump threatens tariffs on European allies if no deal emerges, with Rubio central to these talks.

Observers like those in a Navltd analysis highlight Rubio's rising influence in the administration, positioning him as a key voice amid predictions of his future political ambitions.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio joined Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday for a high-stakes meeting with the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland at the White House. According to CBS News, the discussions centered on President Trumps insistence that the United States take control of Greenland for national security reasons, including its role in a new Golden Dome project and to counter threats from Russia and China. The parties agreed to form a working group to meet in coming weeks, though they acknowledged they must agree to disagree on the approach, with Denmark boosting its military presence in response. CBS News reports that Denmark and Greenland firmly stated Greenland is not for sale and warned any forceful move could end NATO alliances.

On the same day, Rubio directed the State Department to halt processing immigrant visas for nationals from 75 countries, effective January 21, due to public charge concerns under the Immigration and Nationality Act. VisaHQ and Associated Press confirm the pause affects about one third of the worlds population, from nations like Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, Nigeria, Brazil, and Thailand, freezing interviews and cases at the National Visa Center with no set end date or appeals process. Non-immigrant visas remain unaffected, but critics call it a wealth test hurting family reunification, while supporters say it protects taxpayers.

Today, Rubio is attending meetings and briefings at the White House, per the State Departments public schedule. Earlier this week, on January 13, he held a call with Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar, as noted in a State Department readout.

These moves highlight Rubios active role in advancing the administrations priorities on security, immigration, and alliances amid global tensions.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been at the center of several high-profile developments this week. On Wednesday, he joined Vice President JD Vance in hosting foreign ministers from Denmark and Greenland at the White House. According to CBS News, the meeting addressed President Trumps insistence on United States control over Greenland for national security and a project called the Golden Dome. The officials agreed to form a working group to meet in coming weeks, though they acknowledged fundamental disagreements, with Denmark and Greenland rejecting any takeover. ABC News reported Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen describing talks as frank but noting Trumps wish to conquer the island as totally unacceptable.

In immigration news, Rubio directed the State Department to halt immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries starting January 21, citing public charge risks under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Visa HQ and Associated Press confirmed the pause affects countries like Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, Nigeria, Brazil, and Thailand, freezing applications while screening protocols are reassessed. Nonimmigrant visas remain unaffected, but critics call it a wealth test impacting family reunification.

Rubio also announced humanitarian aid to Cuba after Hurricane Melissa. OSV News stated the first flight from Florida on January 14, partnered with the Catholic Church, delivered food kits, hygiene items, water purification tablets, and essentials like blankets and solar lanterns. A second flight follows January 16, with a vessel soon after, ensuring aid reaches people without regime interference.

Today, the State Departments public schedule shows Rubio attending White House meetings and briefings.

These moves highlight Rubios focus on security, immigration enforcement, and targeted aid.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has emerged as a central figure in recent foreign policy moves. On January 12, 2026, he met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the Department of State to discuss key issues. According to the State Department, they addressed Greenland and Arctic security, including a German proposal for a joint NATO mission. They also covered the Ukraine conflict, pushing for a ceasefire and continued support against Russian aggression. Other topics included strengthening NATO industrial capacity, European defense spending, Middle East stability, anti-government protests in Iran, and responses to actions from Beijing. Defense Now reports the meeting started with a camera spray at 2:15 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Rubio's influence shines in Venezuela developments. Fox News reports that after U.S. special operators captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife on January 3 in Operation Absolute Resolve, Rubio became a key power player. He outlined a phased plan for stabilization, recovery, and transition, focusing on controlled oil sales, sanctions, and economic leverage. The State Department credits Rubio with advancing President Trump's agenda, including arresting what they call a narcoterrorist. War on the Rocks notes Rubio clarified the U.S. is directing Venezuela's path forward without daily micromanagement, using tools like oil quarantines to shape governance.

Today, January 13, Rubio is meeting Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martinez-Acha at the Department of State, per DVIDS. He also rejected a federal judge's options for Venezuelans deported from the U.S., stating it could complicate delicate talks with Maduro's successor, Acting President Delcy Rodriguez. Politico details Rubio's letter to Judge James Boasberg, emphasizing U.S. interests in beneficial changes for Venezuela.

These actions highlight Rubio's role in transatlantic alliances and Western Hemisphere strategy.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio continues to consolidate power as one of the most influential figures in the Trump administration, holding the dual roles of Secretary of State and National Security Advisor simultaneously. This combination of titles has not been held by a single person since Henry Kissinger served under President Nixon.

Rubio's recent activities reflect his expanded authority across multiple global flashpoints. On Monday, January 12th, he met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the State Department to discuss critical international issues including the situation in Greenland, Arctic security, the conflict in Ukraine, strengthening NATO industrial capacity, and strategic challenges posed by China. This meeting came as the German foreign minister was concluding a broader diplomatic visit to Iceland and the United States.

The Secretary of State has emerged as the administration's principal architect and public face following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 3rd. Rubio announced a three-phase plan for Venezuela focused on stabilization, recovery, and eventual transition to democracy. He has been working to control the messaging around the operation, emphasizing legitimate governance goals while clarifying that the United States would rely on economic leverage and strategic tools including sanctions and oil management rather than direct governance.

Beyond Venezuela, Rubio has been actively engaged in Latin American diplomacy. He spoke with Mexico's Foreign Secretary Juan Ramon de la Fuente on Sunday to discuss strategies for combating drug trafficking and dismantling narcoterrorist networks. The State Department emphasized his commitment to stopping narcoterrorism and achieving tangible results to protect the homeland and hemisphere.

Rubio also met with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martinez-Acha on January 13th, demonstrating his intensive diplomatic schedule across multiple regions and issues.

In a legal matter, Rubio submitted a statement to a federal judge indicating that the United States cannot retrieve 137 Venezuelan men who were deported in March, citing ongoing sensitive negotiations with Venezuela's new leadership. The administration rejected the judge's proposed remedies for what was ruled a violation of due process rights.

Analysts credit Rubio with successfully positioning himself as Trump's most trusted foreign policy advisor, understanding how to channel the president's instincts into coherent policy direction while maintaining credibility with the career State Department.

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