Lara Trump removes herself from consideration for Marco Rubio’s U.S. Senate seat

Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of President-elect Trump, made the decision on Saturday to withdraw her name from consideration for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Florida Republican, Marco Rubio. This move comes as Rubio has been nominated by the president-elect to serve as secretary of state.

In a statement released on Saturday, Lara Trump expressed gratitude for the support she has received from the American people and those in Florida. She highlighted her time as co-chair of the Republican National Committee during the recent election, describing it as an honor to serve during such a pivotal moment in history.

Following her announcement, there has been speculation about who will be appointed to fill Rubio’s Senate seat. President-elect Trump had initially pushed for DeSantis, the Governor of Florida, to consider Lara Trump for the position. However, he later stated that he did not necessarily expect her to be chosen.

The process of appointing a replacement for Rubio will fall to Governor DeSantis, who is expected to make a decision by early January. The individual chosen will serve the remaining two years of Rubio’s term, with the seat up for a full six-year term in 2026.

Despite stepping back from consideration for the Senate seat, Lara Trump has hinted at a forthcoming announcement in January. She expressed her continued passion for public service and indicated that she looks forward to serving the country again in the future.

As the news unfolds regarding Rubio’s replacement, it remains to be seen who Governor DeSantis will select for the position. The decision will undoubtedly have an impact on Florida’s political landscape in the coming years.