Lara Trump announced on Sunday her decision to resign as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC), stating that her objectives in the role have been fulfilled. In a post shared on X, she confirmed her intention to step down formally at the next RNC meeting.
As the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, her announcement comes amidst speculation regarding the possibility of filling a vacant U.S. Senate seat in Florida. Sen. Marco Rubio has been nominated by the president-elect to become Secretary of State. Should he be confirmed, Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to appoint a replacement to serve in the Senate until 2026.
In an interview with The Associated Press, Lara Trump expressed her openness to considering the Senate seat, while also candidly acknowledging that she is still gathering information about such an opportunity. “I would 100% consider it,” she affirmed.
Following her announcement, President-elect Trump endorsed RNC treasurer KC Crosbie as her potential successor as co-chair. Lara Trump was appointed to her role in March after receiving her father-in-law’s backing and was elected without opposition alongside former North Carolina GOP chairman Michael Whatley, succeeding co-chairman Drew McKissick and chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.
During her time at the RNC, Lara Trump’s efforts focused on fundraising and campaigning, during which she played a prominent role at the Republican National Convention, urging supporters to recognize the positive impact of her father-in-law’s presidency. In her resignation post, she highlighted that the RNC achieved three primary goals during her tenure: exceeding fundraising targets, ensuring election integrity, and improving voter turnout.
In endorsing Crosbie, Donald Trump commended her for her dedication to supporting Republican candidates and emphasized the importance of maintaining an effective and fiscally responsible RNC, with a focus on election integrity.
As this transition occurs within the RNC, there is hope that it will foster continued commitment to the party’s goals and inspire further engagement among supporters as the political landscape evolves.
In summary, Lara Trump is stepping down from her role at the RNC, possibly paving the way for a transition to the Senate. Her focus on fundraising and voter engagement during her tenure has set a precedent for future leadership, encouraging a hopeful outlook for the party’s direction under new leadership.