Donald Trump is a ‘big fan’ of PM Modi, says Rubio over anti-India rhetoric row
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed President Donald Trump's admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi amidst a controversy over anti-India remarks. Rubio dismissed the racist comments as made by 'stupid people' and emphasized the strong US-India relationship. He stated that Trump's support for India remains unwavering despite criticisms.
- ▪Marco Rubio stated that President Trump is a 'big fan' of India and Prime Minister Modi.
- ▪Rubio referred to the racist remarks against Indians as 'dumb comments' from 'stupid people'.
- ▪The US-India relationship is not seen as being affected by the US's engagement with Pakistan's military leadership.
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Donald Trump is a ‘big fan’ of PM Modi, says Rubio over anti-India rhetoric row“The President’s a big fan of India, a big fan of Prime Minister Modi. I wouldn’t be here if the President didn’t want me to be here,” Rubio saidUpdated on: May 25, 2026 8:02 PM ISTBy Rezaul H Laskar, New DelhiShare viaCopy link US secretary of state Marco Rubio on Monday doubled down on President Donald Trump’s comments lauding India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi against the backdrop of a controversy over anti-India rhetoric and racist comments emanating from the US.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
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