Official announcement from the Florida Governor's office or credible news sources

Lara Trump Withdraws from Consideration for Marco Rubio's Senate Seat, Citing Ron DeSantis's Decision

Dec 21, 2024, 10:55 PM

Lara Trump has officially withdrawn her name from consideration for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Marco Rubio, who is expected to vacate the position to serve as Secretary of State. In her announcement, she expressed her continued passion for public service and her hope to serve the country in the future. This decision comes amid speculation regarding Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's potential appointee for the Senate seat. Various sources indicated that DeSantis may not have been inclined to select Lara Trump, leading to her decision to step back from the candidacy. Her withdrawal was confirmed through multiple reports, highlighting her relationship as the daughter-in-law of President-Elect Donald Trump.