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Lara Trump has made the decision to step down from her role as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC), as she looks into various opportunities alongside her father-in-law, President-elect Donald Trump, who is gearing up for a return to the White House.
One option being considered is to take over the Senate seat currently held by Florida’s Marco Rubio, whom Trump has nominated for the Secretary of State position. If Rubio is confirmed, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will appoint a successor to complete Rubio’s term, which lasts until 2026.
“I would genuinely give it a lot of thought,” she mentioned in a conversation with the Associated Press. “To be honest, I’m not entirely clear on what that would involve. I want to gather all the necessary information to determine if this opportunity is a genuine possibility for me. But absolutely, I would consider it.”
Appointed as RNC co-chair in March, Lara Trump was instrumental in helping the Republicans reclaim the White House and gain control of the Senate, while narrowly holding onto the House majority. Her next moves could significantly influence the trajectory of Republican politics, given her notable political standing and ties to the incoming president.
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The idea of a Trump family member taking a Senate position has been met with enthusiasm from certain factions within the Republican Party. Maye Musk, the mother of Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is one of those advocating for Lara Trump to fill Rubio’s seat.
“The Senate has turned into an old man’s club. We desperately need a smart, young, and outspoken woman to unveil their secrets,” she expressed on X. Lara Trump, at 42 years old, fits that description.
Elon Musk, who was seen with Lara Trump on election night at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, responded to his mother’s remarks by saying, “Lara Trump is genuinely great.”
Under the guidance of Chairman Michael Whatley and Lara Trump, the RNC made significant strides in mobilizing around 230,000 volunteers and forming a team of lawyers for what they termed their “election integrity” initiative, following Donald Trump’s defeat to Democrat Joe Biden four years ago, during which he raised unproven allegations of voter fraud. Other organizations, including Turning Point Action and Musk’s America PAC, took the lead in advertising and voter outreach efforts.
While Whatley will remain as RNC chairman, Lara Trump noted that she feels she has accomplished her goals in the co-chair position.
“Following that major victory, I feel like my time has come to an end,” she stated. “I believe I have achieved what I set out to do.”
Lara Trump also commended Elon Musk’s new initiative, the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, which aims to streamline government operations. Led by Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, their mission includes cutting federal jobs, eliminating programs, and reducing federal regulations as part of Trump’s “Save America” agenda for his forthcoming term.
“I truly believe we haven’t seen such transformative change in our federal government since the founding of our nation,” she expressed. “If they succeed in their aims, it will greatly benefit America.”
She also anticipates a different strategy in this presidency, especially concerning the administration’s composition. Unlike Trump’s previous term, where his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner held advisory roles, Lara Trump believes that no family members will occupy positions in the White House this time around.
“He is genuinely focused on delivering an excellent four years of service, with no intention of extending beyond that,” she remarked. “It’s four years, and then he’s done.”
Lara Trump also envisions a more unified Republican Party than ever before. Since her appointment as co-chair in May, the Trump campaign has merged with the RNC, leading to staff layoffs and a restructuring of roles. She indicated that this shift could create challenges for GOP lawmakers who may not align with Trump’s vision.
“The party has undergone a complete transformation,” she asserted. “I think people are feeling empowered to express their political views openly.”
—Reported by Linderman from Baltimore and Mendoza from Santa Cruz, California.
