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Lara Trump has made headlines with her announcement to step down as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC). This decision comes as she explores new opportunities alongside her father-in-law, President-elect Donald Trump, who is gearing up for his anticipated return to the White House.
One potential avenue she is considering involves taking over the Senate seat currently held by Marco Rubio of Florida. Trump has proposed Rubio for the position of Secretary of State, and if he secures that role, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will appoint someone to fulfill Rubio’s term, which continues until 2026.
“I would really think about it seriously,” she stated in an interview with the Associated Press. “To be honest, I’m still figuring out what that would actually involve. I want to gather all the relevant information to determine if this opportunity is viable for me. But yes, I would definitely consider it.”
Lara Trump, who took on the role of RNC co-chair in March, has been instrumental in the Republican efforts to reclaim the White House and regain control of the Senate, all while narrowly maintaining a majority in the House of Representatives. Her future decisions could greatly influence the trajectory of Republican politics, given her influential presence and close ties to the incoming president.
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The idea of a Trump family member stepping into a Senate role has received favorable responses from certain factions within the Republican Party. Among those supporting her potential appointment is Maye Musk, mother of Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX.
“The Senate has become a club for older men. We desperately need a smart, young, and outspoken woman to unveil their secrets,” she remarked on X. Lara Trump is currently 42 years old.
Elon Musk, who was by Lara Trump’s side on election night at Mar-a-Lago, responded to his mother’s comments by stating, “Lara Trump is truly remarkable.”
Under the guidance of chairman Michael Whatley and Lara Trump, the RNC made substantial investments in mobilizing approximately 230,000 volunteers and assembling a legal team for what they called their “election integrity” initiative. This effort followed Donald Trump’s loss to Democrat Joe Biden four years ago, which was accompanied by unfounded claims of voter fraud. Other organizations, such as Turning Point Action and Musk’s America PAC, also increased their advertising and voter outreach efforts.
While Whatley will remain as RNC chairman, Lara Trump expressed her belief that she has achieved her goals in the co-chair position.
“After that significant victory, I feel like my time has come to an end,” she said. “I believe I have accomplished what I set out to do.”
Lara Trump also gave a nod to Elon Musk’s new initiative, the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, which is a task force aimed at streamlining government operations. Led by Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, this mission involves reducing federal employees, cutting programs, and lessening federal regulations as part of Trump’s “Save America” agenda for the upcoming term.
“I truly believe we haven’t seen such transformative change in our federal government since the founding of our nation,” she remarked. “If they succeed, it will have a significant impact on America.”
She anticipates a different style in this presidency, especially concerning the administration’s structure. Unlike Trump’s previous term during which his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner held advisory roles, Lara Trump suggests that no family members will be taking on positions in the White House this time around.
“He is genuinely focused on providing excellent service for this four-year term, without any intention of extending it,” she said. “It’s four years, and then he’s done.”
Lara Trump also anticipates a more united Republican Party than ever before. Since her appointment as co-chair in May, the Trump campaign merged with the RNC, leading to staff reductions and a reorganization of roles. She indicated this change might challenge GOP lawmakers who do not align with Trump’s vision.
“The party has undergone a complete transformation,” she asserted. “I think people are feeling empowered to freely express their political views.”
—Reported by Linderman from Baltimore and Mendoza from Santa Cruz, California.
