NABTU President Sean McGarvey on Marco Rubio's Confirmation as Secretary
The Facts -
- Marco Rubio confirmed as U.S. Secretary of State.
- NABTU looks forward to policies benefiting American families.
- Focus on ending visa abuse and supporting domestic investments.
WASHINGTON, DC – January 22, 2025 – In a significant political development, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has been confirmed as the Secretary of State under President Donald Trump's administration. This appointment marks a pivotal moment for U.S. foreign policy and domestic labor interests.
North America’s Building Trades Unions’ (NABTU) President, Sean McGarvey, expressed optimism regarding this new chapter. McGarvey highlighted Rubio's prior efforts to make child care more affordable and his support for wage standards benefiting construction workers. "We congratulate Marco Rubio on his confirmation as U.S. Secretary of State and look forward to partnership opportunities that advance the interests of hardworking American families," he stated.
As Secretary of State, Rubio has the potential to tackle significant issues such as visa abuses by corporations, which have historically impacted employment opportunities for American workers. McGarvey emphasized the importance of domestic investment and community strengthening, noting the role Rubio could play in addressing these challenges. "In particular, Secretary Rubio has the unique opportunity in his new role to end visa abuse by corporations that undermine employment prospects for American workers," he commented.
The NABTU president is hopeful about future collaborations with Secretary Rubio, both on policies affecting domestic well-being and those influencing international relations. "We congratulate Secretary of State Rubio on his confirmation and look forward to continuing to work with him on policies that advance our interests at home and abroad," McGarvey concluded.
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