In what can only be described as a game of political musical chairs, Donald Trump has reportedly selected Senator Marco Rubio as his nominee for Secretary of State, a move that would not only enrich Trump’s cabinet with a splash of Latino flair but also serve as a perfect excuse for Rubio to finally stop pouting in public. Sources close to the transition team suggest that Rubio has been practicing his best diplomatic smile—though his perpetual frown has made it a bit challenging. Rubio, often seen advocating for a foreign policy that leans more towards "let's get tough on global bullies" rather than "let's host a world peace choir," has spent his days attending to the serious business of Twitter comments and late-night cable news soundbites. Friends of the senator are hopeful that the potential promotion will encourage him to adopt a more positive demeanor, although that may require a complete rework of his personal branding strategy. “He’s going to have to learn how to smile without looking like he just bit into a lemon,” remarked one anonymous adviser. Political analysts can't help but wonder if this nomination is Trump’s way of addressing his longstanding quest for diversity in a cabinet that could use a bit more seasoning. “It’s like adding a pinch of salt to a bland dish,” said one political consultant, “it’s still going to taste like a Trump administration, but at least there’s a hint of flavor.” While some see the nomination as a historic moment, others are simply watching for Rubio’s inevitable sulking in the Senate corridor as his colleagues congratulate him. Rubio’s foreign policy repertoire includes a strong aversion to both China and Iran—a position that won him plenty of allies and maybe even a new line of furniture at the local IKEA, given his knack for assembling bipartisan support. However, with the prospect of leading the State Department on his horizon, friends say he has started to rehearse his best “please listen to reason” face. “He needs to channel the spirit of diplomacy, and that means waving less and getting his hands on the keyboard more,” noted another confidant. Despite some trepidation, many Republicans view this nomination as a chance for Rubio to turn that frown upside down—should he manage to keep the sour grapes at bay long enough. “Marco always has a lot to say, but sometimes he forgets that use of a microphone doesn’t just mean complaining about the other side,” said an insider. As Trump prepares to step into office, the American public eagerly awaits whether Rubio will seize the opportunity to become the first Latino Secretary of State or if he’ll choose to remain the chief diplomat of his own pouting club. Only time will tell if Rubio can turn his frowns into diplomatic breakthroughs, or if he’ll end up becoming the poster child for moodiness in high office. Stay tuned for a potential unintentional comedy special, airing soon on all political platforms!