Lara Trump has announced her decision to step down as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC) through X, stating that she believes she has achieved the goals she set out to accomplish during her tenure.
She took on the role of co-chair in March 2024, but speculation is rife that she is considering her future options as her father-in-law, President-elect Donald Trump, prepares to return to the White House.
“With the tremendous victory we’ve had, I feel like my time has come to an end,” she explained. “I have achieved what I set out to do.”
LARA TRUMP SAYS SHE’D ‘LOVE TO CONSIDER’ FILLING RUBIO’S SENATE SEAT IF ASKED BY DESANTIS
Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican National Committee co-chair Lara Trump look on during the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisc. (Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Trump’s term as co-chair began in March and played a key role in Republicans regaining control of the Senate, while also maintaining a slim House majority.
There are discussions about the possibility of her replacing Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, who Trump has suggested will be appointed as the next Secretary of State.
Last month, in an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, she expressed her willingness to serve the people of Florida and consider filling the seat if asked.
LARA TRUMP SAYS SHE WOULD ‘ABSOLUTELY’ CONSIDER BECOMING SEN. RUBIO’S REPLACEMENT: ‘WOULD BE AN HONOR’ | FOX NEWS VIDEO
Lara Trump speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at Gaylord National Resort Hotel And Convention Center on February 22, 2024, in National Harbor, Maryland. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
In a recent conversation with Howard Kurtz, Trump expressed how much of an honor it would be for her to even be considered for the role.
“We have all had the chance over the past nine years to fully engage in politics, understand the desires of the American people, and have been residents of Florida for over three years now,” she emphasized. “If I am presented with this opportunity, it would be a great honor.”
Lara Trump, daughter-in-law to former President Donald Trump and candidate for RNC co-chair, fires up a crowd of supporters in North Charleston, South Carolina on February 21, 2024. (Brandon Gillespie/Fox News)
Maye Musk, mother of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, is among those advocating for Lara Trump to take Rubio’s place.
“The Senate is predominantly run by older men. We need a knowledgeable, youthful, and outspoken woman who can expose their hidden agendas,” she shared on X. Lara Trump is 42 years old.
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Elon Musk seems to support his mother’s views, as he responded to her X post by saying, “Lara Trump is genuinely great.”
Senator Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., voiced his excitement on “Hannity,” stating that he would be thrilled and that Lara Trump would be an excellent choice for the role.
Ultimately, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who is reportedly being considered to replace Pete Hegseth, will make the decision on Rubio’s replacement.
Michael Whatley will continue in his role as RNC chairman.
Fox News Digital’s Alex Nitzberg and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
