Breaking news: Trump moves Waltz to U.N. and names Rubio interim national security adviser
It is the first significant overhaul of top White House aides in Trump’s second term.
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May 1, 2025, 3:33 p.m. ET

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Mike Waltz, the national security adviser, walks across a tarmac on his way to board Air Force One in Maryland. He is carrying a bag and looking at a group of people.
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Trump Shuffles Team, Moving Waltz to U.N. and Adding to Rubio’s Titles

President Trump shifted Michael Waltz to a new role as ambassador to the United Nations, and made Secretary of State Marco Rubio interim national security adviser. The change is the first major shake-up of top aides in President Trump’s second term.

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