In a heated Senate hearing, Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended his controversial policies and the foreign policy strategies of the Trump administration against pointed questions from Democratic senators. Tensions escalated as Rubio clashed with Senator Chris Van Hollen over immigration policies and U.S. involvement in global issues, prompting heated exchanges and numerous accusations. Senators expressed regret over confirming Rubio, with some admitting they regretted voting for his confirmation. Protesters also disrupted the hearing, demanding accountability for U.S. actions in Gaza. Despite the criticism, Rubio insisted that the U.S. is not withdrawing from world affairs and asserted that no judge holds authority over him, further intensifying the debate.