Rex Tillerson
Republican Former Cabinet
Summary
Former Secretary of State and ExxonMobil CEO who was fired by Trump via tweet and later called Trump 'undisciplined' and a 'moron' who doesn't like to read.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
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He doesn't like to read. He doesn't read briefing reports. He doesn't like to get into the details of a lot of things. He's pretty undisciplined, doesn't like to read, doesn't read briefing reports, doesn't like to get into the details.
Interview about working with Trump
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What was challenging for me coming from the disciplined, highly process-oriented Exxon Mobil corporation is to go to work for a man who is pretty undisciplined, doesn't like to read, doesn't read briefing reports, doesn't like to get into the details of a lot of things.
Timeline
February 1, 2017
Confirmed as Secretary of State
Joined Trump cabinet
October 1, 2017
Reportedly called Trump a 'moron'
Report described tensions with Trump
March 13, 2018
Fired by Trump via tweet
Dismissed without warning
2019
Gave public interview criticizing Trump
Broke silence on Trump's fitness
February 7, 2019
Gave interview criticizing Trump's discipline
Discussed leadership style after leaving office
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- U.S. Secretary of State (2017-2018)
- Chairman and CEO, ExxonMobil (2006-2016)
- President, ExxonMobil (2004-2006)
Awards & Honors
- Order of Friendship (Russia)
- Boy Scouts Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Said Trump was undisciplined and didn't like to read
- 02 Said Trump didn't engage with details or briefings
Documentation
Sources
Interview February 7, 2019
Tillerson: Trump 'undisciplined,' doesn't like to read
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rex-tillerson-describes-trump-as-undisciplined-doesnt-like-to-read/
News October 1, 2017
Tillerson reportedly called Trump a 'moron' after cabinet meeting
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/tillerson-reportedly-called-trump-moron-after-cabinet-meeting-n806671
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