The title “Secretary of State” refers to key governmental positions both at the federal level in the United States and within individual states, including Oregon.
U.S. Secretary of State
At the federal level, the Secretary of State is the President’s chief foreign affairs adviser, responsible for representing the United States to foreign countries and managing the country’s foreign policy. Marco Rubio currently serves as the U.S. Secretary of State, having been sworn in on January 21, 2025, following a unanimous Senate confirmation.
Oregon Secretary of State
In Oregon, the Secretary of State is an elected constitutional officer within the executive branch. The current Oregon Secretary of State is Tobias Read, who assumed office on January 6, 2025.
His responsibilities include acting as the state’s chief elections officer, auditor of public accounts, and administrator of public records. Additionally, he serves on the Oregon State Land Board and chairs the Oregon Sustainability Board.
For more information about the Oregon Secretary of State’s office, you can visit their official website.