Overview

• Rubio defended the administration's decision to revoke student visas, citing cases of alleged campus disruption and ties to Hamas, while pledging further actions in this area.
• He stood by the deportation of alleged gang members, including Kilmar Abrego Garcia, despite legal challenges and criticism from Democratic senators.
• The Secretary of State highlighted budget cuts to USAID programs, including reductions in global health and social cohesion initiatives, as measures aligned with national interests.
• Democrats criticized the selective refugee admissions policy, particularly the preference for white South African applicants, calling it inequitable and inconsistent.
• Rubio asserted executive authority in foreign policy matters, rejecting judicial oversight of diplomatic actions and emphasizing the administration's 'America First' approach.