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December 09, 2024
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How Trump’s picks for top posts could shape North Korea policy in second term

Prospective national security advisor, CIA director and others have pushed hard line on DPRK, but also backed diplomacy

Incoming U.S. President Donald Trump announced his picks for three key positions that will shape North Korea policy during his second term on Tuesday, in addition to reportedly settling on his choice for Washington’s top diplomat.

On social media, Trump revealed that he has selected Mike Waltz as his prospective national security advisor, John Ratcliffe as Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) director and Pete Hegseth as secretary of defense. Media reports also indicate Marco Rubio is likely to be named secretary of state.

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