Former president picks China-tough team for potential comeback run
Trump team picks officials with strong views on Beijing policy for key positions. Former president selects Rep Waltz as security adviser while eyeing Sen Rubio for State Department role
In a major policy-shift the previous administration looks to bring in hard-line experts for its foreign-affairs team (showing clear signs of a different approach towards Beijing)
The former president has picked Rep Mike Waltz for the national-security spot; while sources close to the transition team say Sen Marco Rubio might get the state dept job. Both picks are well-known for their tough-on-China views and support stronger US presence in Asia
These moves point to a different direction in US-China relations - with both chosen officials having past records of pushing back against Chinese Communist Party influence. The potential appointees share ideas about moving US focus towards Asia; making new partnerships with regional allies and re-thinking trade deals
The selections hint at a wider strategy change: both Waltz and Rubio want more direct actions against Beijingʼs growing power in world politics Their past statements show they dont agree with current soft diplomatic ways - instead supporting firm economic measures and stronger military presence near Chinese borders
