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Lara Trump Resigns RNC Co-Chair; Poll Shows 60% Support for Replacing Rubio in Senate

Dec 9, 2024, 04:10 AM

Lara Trump, wife of Eric Trump, has resigned from her position as co-chair of the Republican National Committee, fueling speculation that she may be appointed to replace Senator Marco Rubio in Florida. Rubio is expected to resign from the Senate to serve as Secretary of State under President-elect Donald Trump. Lara Trump has expressed interest in the Senate seat, citing her "proven track record" and acknowledging that her last name is both "an asset and not an asset." She highlighted her success in surpassing fundraising records, building the largest army of lawyers and poll watchers to ensure election integrity, and increasing voter turnout during her tenure at the RNC. A recent poll indicates that nearly 60% of Florida Republicans support her appointment to the U.S. Senate. Governor Ron DeSantis is responsible for appointing Rubio's replacement, and there is widespread speculation that Lara Trump may be his choice.