Lara Trump, President-elect Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law and outgoing Republican National Convention (RNC) co-chair, announced on Saturday that she will no longer be considered to replace outgoing Republican Florida Sen. Marco Rubio. Announced.
“After incredible thought, deliberation, and encouragement from an incredible number of people, I have decided to remove my name from consideration in the United States Senate,” Lara Trump, 42, said in a statement. teeth, said.
Her announcement signals a change from her previous intention to consider replacing Rubio, President Trump’s nominee for secretary of state. “That’s something I would seriously consider,” Lara Trump said. said Associated Press (AP). “If I were to be completely transparent, I don’t know exactly what that would be like. And if that’s what’s realistic for me, I want to have all the information possible.” But yes, I will consider it 100%.” (Related: Exclusive: Moms in the Senate? Lara Trump’s unique pitch for Rubio’s seat)
she had announced She announced her intention to step down as RNC co-chairman amid speculation that she would replace Mr. Rubio.
Lara Trump expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as RNC co-chair “during the most high-stakes election of our lifetimes” and thanked Floridians for their support.
“We have a big announcement coming in January, so stay tuned,” she added.
Lara Trump said she welcomes the opportunity to return to public life. “Meanwhile, what I want is [Republican Florida] governor [Ron] We wish Mr. DeSantis all the best on this appointment,” she added.
If the Senate confirms Rubio as secretary of state, DeSantis will select Rubio’s successor and serve in the role until the 2026 midterm elections, the Associated Press reported. noticed. It has been reported that Rubio’s successor may appear in January 2025, as Rubio’s appointment is certain.
Lara Trump is in a similar position in 2021, announcing that she will not run for the Senate seat that will be vacated by Republican North Carolina Sen. Richard Burr (The Hill) reported. She instead endorsed Republican North Carolina Congressman Theodore Budd, sparking speculation that her candidacy could be called off.
“I’m saying no for now, but it’s not saying no forever,” she said at the time, adding that pursuing a career in Congress while raising her two young children, now ages 7 and 5, was a no-brainer. He added that it would be “very difficult”.
