Tillerson ouster rumors denied

US media speculation heats up over US secretary of state's status

WASHINGTON - The White House on Thursday rejected widespread reports about a plan initiated by the Trump administration to oust Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, saying there will be no personnel changes.

"There are no personnel announcements at this time. Secretary Tillerson continues to lead the State Department," said a statement from White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders.