White House offers Waltz a selection of offices
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In a surprising twist, Mike Waltz, former National Security Advisor, has bagged the coveted role of U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. This moving development unfolded after a series of conversations between Waltz and Susan Walsh, White House Chief of Staff, on May 1. It appears that Waltz was offered multiple ambassadorial positions, including one in the heart of the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, but he opted for the UN role.
The news was first reported by CBS, who spoke to sources familiar with the matter. Interestingly, President Trump is reportedly eager about the position of U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, and his choice of candidate for the position seems to be a topic of deliberation. Advisors such as Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, are said to have been consulted in this regard.
However, it remains uncertain if Trump will announce his pick for the Saudi Arabia position before his upcoming visit to the kingdom in May. Recall that Saudi Arabia was Trump's first foreign destination following his return to the White House.
On May 2, Waltz was expected to bid his farewell to the White House. He met with Secretary of State Marco Rubio to initiate the transition of his duties, with Rubio set to shoulder both positions temporarily. It is worth noting that Waltz's deputy, Alex Wong, continues his service in the National Security Council, although discussions about his departure were broached during the same meeting on May 1.
As for Waltz's departure, it's not linked to the recent leak scandal that saw the exposure of secret data. Vice President Jay Di Vance emphasizes it as a promotion rather than a repercussion.
Interestingly, Axios has named the leading contender for Waltz's former role as National Security Advisor. Rumors suggest that the position might be given to Steve Whitcoff, the U.S. President's special representative, or Stephen Miller, the deputy head of the presidential administration. However, the White House's top candidate for the post is speculated to be Miller, one of Trump's loyal aides.
Stay tuned for further updates on this intriguing turn of events in Washington D.C.!
- Mike Waltz, former National Security Advisor, has accepted the position of U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, turning down other offers including one in Saudi Arabia.
- CBS reported the news, indicating that President Trump is enthusiastic about the ambassadorial position in Saudi Arabia, with advisors like Jared Kushner being consulted.
- The UN position was chosen by Waltz over other diplomatic roles, and he is expected to leave the White House on May 2, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio to take over his duties temporarily.
- Waltz's departure is not related to the recent leak scandal, but rather a promotion, as stated by Vice President Jay Di Vance.
- Speculations suggest that Steve Whitcoff or Stephen Miller could replace Waltz as National Security Advisor, with Miller being the White House's top candidate for the post.
