Trump picks Mike Waltz as national security adviser – Washington Examiner
In an announcement regarding his cabinet, President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) to serve as his national security adviser. Sources familiar with the discussions have confirmed this appointment, highlighting Trump’s focus on strengthening his team in preparation for his upcoming presidency. In a significant move as he prepares for his presidency, President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) as his national security adviser. This choice is seen as part of Trump’s broader strategy to consolidate a strong team focused on national security issues. Sources close to the discussions have confirmed the appointment, emphasizing Trump’s intention to bolster his administration’s capabilities in addressing security challenges. Waltz, who has a background in military service and national security, is expected to play a critical role in shaping the president-elect’s policies in this vital area.
Trump picks Mike Waltz as national security adviser
President-elect Donald Trump has asked Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) to be his national security adviser, according to source familiar with the conversations.
The Green Beret veteran is cut from the same foreign policy cloth as Trump. He is known as a China hawk who has also been skeptical about the amount of aid the U.S. has supplied for Ukraine and NATO.
The Washington Examiner reached out to Trump for comment.
Waltz is on the House China Task Force, which handles China policy.
While skeptical of some aid to Ukraine, declaring “the era of Ukraine’s blank check from Congress is over,” last year, he has also expressed support for Ukraine and floated escalating the conflict if Russian President Vladimir Putin doesn’t immediately come to the negotiating table.
Waltz is also known for his staunch support of Israel.
The national security adviser position is an influential but fragile one under Trump; his first administration saw him go through four. His first adviser, Gen. Michael Flynn, held the position for only 24 days.
Jake Sullivan has been President Joe Biden’s national security adviser throughout his administration.
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