Trump’s daughter-in-law Lara withdraws from consideration to replace Marco Rubio in US Senate
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Mrs Lara Trump said she has a “big announcement” to share in January.
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MIAMI – Mrs Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of US President-elect Donald Trump, said on Dec 21 that she has removed her name from consideration to replace outgoing US Senator Marco Rubio.
Mr Rubio was picked by Trump to serve as Secretary of State. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will pick a replacement for Mr Rubio, who is expected to resign as senator when Trump takes office on Jan 20.
There was speculation that Mrs Lara Trump, who served as co-chairwoman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) in the lead-up to the 2024 election, would succeed Mr Rubio in the Senate.
However, in a post on X, she said she had decided to remove herself from consideration “after an incredible amount of thought, contemplation, and encouragement from so many”.
“I could not have been more honoured to serve as RNC co-chair during the most high-stakes election of our lifetime and I’m truly humbled by the unbelievable support shown to me by the people of our country, and here in the great state of Florida,” she said.
She is married to Mr Eric Trump, Donald Trump’s son.
She said she has a “big announcement” to share in January but did not provide details. She said she remains passionate about public service and looks forward to serving again in the future.
While noting there was already strong interest from possible candidates, Mr DeSantis said in November that a selection will likely be made by early January. REUTERS
