Former VP Cheney endorses Tillerson for Secretary of State

President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will nominate businessman Rex Tillerson to serve as the United States’ 69th Secretary of State.

Former Vice-President Richard Cheney issued a statement in support of the nomination:

“The selection of Rex Tillerson to be Secretary of State is an inspired choice. I’ve known Rex for many years both in his role as the Chairman and CEO of Exxon and as a personal friend. He has the vast experience, ability, and judgment to deal with the very dangerous world we find confronting us. His extensive knowledge of the global situation will be an asset in representing our nation. As the Chairman and CEO of Exxon, he has operated in nations all over the world, and managed one of our largest corporations. I’m confident that he will do a superb job promoting our national interests in dealing with the complex and difficult choices that are on the agenda for the next administration.”