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Trump Removes Mike Waltz as National Security Adviser, Names Him US Ambassador to the United Nations

Washington D.C. — In a significant reshuffle within the White House, US President Donald Trump has removed Mike Waltz from his position as National Security Adviser and nominated him to serve as the next United States Ambassador to the United Nations. The unexpected decision was announced by Trump himself through a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, late Thursday evening.

As part of the leadership change, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been given additional responsibilities as acting National Security Adviser, a move that has stirred unease within diplomatic circles in Washington.

The Reason Behind Waltz’s Removal

The reshuffle comes amid controversy surrounding Mike Waltz, who had faced criticism after mistakenly adding a journalist to a private group chat on the encrypted messaging app Signal, where sensitive discussions about US military operations were taking place. According to a report from BBC News, the incident involved the inclusion of Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, in a group where top US officials were discussing secret plans for a military strike against Yemen’s Houthi rebels.

This mishap raised serious security concerns within the White House and reportedly contributed to President Trump’s decision to remove Waltz from his post. Sources within the administration, speaking to BBC and CBS News on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the incident, coupled with broader dissatisfaction over Waltz’s vetting of National Security Council staff, played a key role in the reshuffle.

Trump’s Announcement and Reaction

In his announcement on Truth Social, Trump expressed gratitude for Waltz’s service, stating:

“On the battlefield, in Congress, and as my national security adviser, Mike Waltz has worked hard to put our country’s interests first, and I know he will do the same in his new role.”

Waltz, a former congressman from Florida and a decorated Army Green Beret, responded via his X (formerly Twitter) account by posting a brief statement alongside a screenshot of the president’s announcement:

“I am so proud to continue my service to President Trump and our great nation.”

Despite the controversy, Trump’s decision to nominate Waltz for a prestigious diplomatic position at the United Nations signals that the president continues to hold Waltz in high regard.

Marco Rubio: Dual Roles Stir Concerns

Trump’s choice to appoint Marco Rubio as both Secretary of State and acting National Security Adviser is already raising eyebrows within the State Department and national security community. Rubio will become the first US official since Henry Kissinger in the 1970s to hold both roles simultaneously.

According to insiders, several senior officials have expressed concern about the concentration of diplomatic and national security authority in a single individual. Rubio is already leading multiple agencies, including USAID and the National Archives, and the addition of national security responsibilities has unsettled both the State Department and White House staff.

A former senior official told BBC:

“The State Department is already stretched thin. Combining these responsibilities with national security will place a huge burden on Rubio and risks creating confusion in policy direction.”

Who Could Replace Waltz Permanently?

While Rubio is expected to serve as acting National Security Adviser temporarily, speculation is mounting over who might be tapped for the permanent position. Real estate developer and Trump ally Steve Witkoff, currently serving as US Special Envoy for the Middle East, is reportedly a front-runner.

Another possible candidate is Rick Grenell, a long-time Trump loyalist with a diplomatic background, having previously served as US Ambassador to Germany and acting Director of National Intelligence.

Political analysts believe Trump may delay a final decision until after Waltz’s Senate confirmation hearing for the UN ambassador role — a process insiders say could prove difficult due to the Signal incident and ongoing internal investigations.

Trump’s History of National Security Adviser Turnover

The reshuffle continues a pattern of frequent changes in Trump’s national security leadership. During his first term, Trump had four National Security Advisers, starting with Michael Flynn, who served just 23 days before resigning in 2017. Flynn was followed by H.R. McMaster, John Bolton, and Robert O’Brien.

Bolton, who later published a scathing memoir about his time in the Trump White House, commented on Waltz’s removal, telling BBC:

“This is classic Trump White House chaos. Nothing’s changed from the first term.”

As Trump navigates his second term in office, this latest shake-up reflects both internal power struggles and the president’s reliance on trusted allies. While Waltz’s reassignment to the United Nations signals Trump’s continued confidence in him, the dual appointment of Marco Rubio has already sparked debate over governance, transparency, and security oversight within the highest levels of the US government.

With rising tensions globally — including ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and South Asia — the role of National Security Adviser is pivotal. Observers will be watching closely to see how Trump fills this key post and whether further reshuffles are on the horizon.