Rex Tillerson has cleared a major hurdle towards confirmation as Secretary of State. Rubio’s decision to not make an ass of himself by going against Trump was big. WASHINGTON (AP) — Rex Tillerson’s bid to be secretary of state narrowly won approval Monday from the Republican-led Foreign Relations Committee, a move that all but assures Senate confirmation of President Donald Trump’s choice to be the nation’s top diplomat. Members of the committee voted along party lines, 11-10, to back Tillerson following a contentious confirmation hearing nearly two weeks ago that stoked concerns he might not win the panel’s recommendation. But … Continue reading BREAKING : Rex Tillerson Approved By Foreign Relations Committee