Staff Reports
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump and former co-chair of the Republican National Committee, has decided to pull her name from consideration for the soon-to-be-open U.S. Senate seat in Florida. This move comes on the heels of Senator Marco Rubio’s nomination to serve as Secretary of State, creating quite the political shuffle in the Sunshine State.
In her recent announcement on social media, Trump indicated that after significant reflection and a mountain of encouragement, she feels it’s time to step aside for this round. She took a moment to express her gratitude for the support she received from Floridians, even as she transitions away from seeking this particular office. One can only hope that her “humble and honored” sentiments aren’t a euphemism for political strategy—after all, with her connections, there are plenty of opportunities to explore.
Lara Trump said she's removing her name from consideration by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for the Senate seat to replace Marco Rubio.
Bye bish!
— Art Candee 🍿🥤 (@ArtCandee) December 21, 2024
It seems Lara Trump has something up her sleeve, as she hinted at a big announcement coming in January. While the specifics remain under wraps, it’s clear she’s not done with the political arena just yet. Her passion for public service is evidently still burning, and she graciously extended her best wishes to Governor Ron DeSantis as he prepares to make his appointment to fill the vacant Senate seat.
With that said, the Florida Senate seat may be off the table for Lara, but rumors are swirling around her potential challenge against Senator Thom Tillis in North Carolina. Recent polling suggests that Trump would be a formidable opponent, collecting 65 percent support in a hypothetical primary matchup compared to Tillis’ meager 11 percent. It seems North Carolina Republicans are ready for a candidate with a little more spark—perhaps they’re running on hopes of seeing someone more aligned with the conservative ideals of President Trump instead of the establishment.
Meanwhile, back in Florida, Governor DeSantis is reportedly sifting through contenders for the Senate seat, with names like current Attorney General Ashley Moody and Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez coming into play. However, if DeSantis chooses his chief of staff, James Uthmeier, it may wind up being a calculated move with an eye towards the future. Uthmeier could serve as a placeholder until DeSantis himself is ready to make a run for the seat once he terms out as governor. It’s a game of chess, folks, and it looks like the conservative players are ready for checkmate.
