DeSantis to Appoint Rubio's Senate Replacement Aligned with Trump's Agenda by January

Nov 18, 2024, 06:31 AM

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that he will appoint a new senator to replace Marco Rubio, who is set to resign from the Senate to become the Secretary of State in the incoming Trump administration. DeSantis has indicated that the selection process will involve extensive vetting and interviews, with a decision expected by early January. Among the candidates expressing interest in the position is Lara Trump, President-elect Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, who has emerged as an early favorite. DeSantis has emphasized that the appointee should align with Trump's agenda, focusing on immigration, border security, and reversing fiscal decline.