Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has commented on President-elect Trump’s
At a Glance
- Mike Pompeo expressed pride in his work with the Trump administration
- Former President Trump announced Pompeo and Nikki Haley won’t be part of his future Cabinet
- Pompeo shared a video of Trump praising him, reiterating support for Trump’s policies
- Trump has begun forming his potential future administration, naming key positions
- Pompeo’s statements balance acknowledging past achievements with focus on new priorities
Pompeo’s Reflections on Trump Administration
Mike Pompeo, who served as Secretary of State under former President Donald Trump, has recently reaffirmed his pride in being part of the administration that championed “America First” policies. Despite Trump’s announcement that Pompeo won’t be part of a potential future Cabinet, the former secretary seemed to maintain a positive outlook on his past work with President Trump.
Maybe he’s hoping Trump will change his mind?
Mr. President – I was proud to work with you too. As you said, when we were together last week, you and I built the plan that made the world safer & led to no new wars.
America firmly rejected the Biden-Harris foreign policy agenda. We have a duty to put America First again. pic.twitter.com/9Ac0rRyF7F
— Mike Pompeo (@mikepompeo) November 10, 2024
Trump’s Cabinet Decisions
Former President Trump made headlines when he announced his decisions regarding future Cabinet positions. Taking to his Truth Social platform, Trump stated unequivocally that neither Mike Pompeo nor Nikki Haley would be invited to join his administration should he return to office.
“I will not be inviting former Ambassador Nikki Haley, or former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, to join the Trump Administration, which is currently in formation. I very much enjoyed and appreciated working with them previously, and would like to thank them for their service to our Country. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!” Donald Trump said.
This decision comes as Trump begins to shape his potential future administration, having already named Susan Wiles as his next chief of staff and Tom Homan as “border czar.” The move signals a shift in Trump’s inner circle, potentially distancing himself from some former key players in his previous administration.
The decision also seems to have been heavily influenced by former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is currently running the Trump Transition Team and is staunchly opposed to staffing the Trump administration with War Hawks, neo-cons, and others who he perceived as corrupt or damaging to the America First movement.
Pompeo’s Response and Future Outlook
In response to Trump’s announcement, Pompeo chose to highlight the positive aspects of his time in the administration. He shared a video of Trump praising his work, reinforcing his support for the policies they implemented together. This measured response suggests Pompeo is navigating a delicate balance between maintaining ties with Trump’s base and establishing his own political identity.
This is huge news – but at least Pompeo seems to be taking it well.
