Historical Parallels between Rex Tillerson and Alexander Haig

McCormick and Evans detail Alexander Haig’s ignominious exit, writing that “Haig was also not someone who would let a thing like being fired get in the way of serving as secretary of state.” They add that “A smooth transition requires the White House to act decisively to maintain a clear chain of command during the change in leadership and to avoid further undermining the State Department’s role in managing U.S. foreign relations.”

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