Breaking: U.S. Senate approves Mike Pompeo as the new secretary of State

Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser   Pompeo, a West Point graduate and former Army captain, has led the CIA since Trump came to office in January 2017. During his confirmation hearing, Pompeo said he would rebuild the ranks of the State Department, which has seen dramatic departures among senior staff under ousted secretary of State Rex Tillerson. Trump fired Tillerson in March after months of disagreements. FOR MORE ON THIS STORY, GO TO:   USATODAY.COM     Help | Advertise | Home Delivery | Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights     © 2017 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108