Donald Trump's daughter-in-law Lara makes waves in Republican circles as she steps back from a potential Senate career in Florida.
According to Daily Mail Online, Lara Trump revealed that her father-in-law was disappointed when she privately informed him about her decision not to pursue the Florida Senate seat that will be vacated by Marco Rubio.
The former Republican National Committee co-chair's decision comes after significant support from Donald Trump and MAGA supporters, with a social media poll showing 75.8% of respondents favoring her for the position. The seat will become available once current Senator Marco Rubio is confirmed as the next Secretary of State.
Donald Trump had openly endorsed Lara Trump for the Senate position, making his preference clear through social media engagement. The former president's support was evident when he posted a poll on X asking followers if they would support Lara Trump as Rubio's replacement, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response.
Lara Trump, speaking exclusively about the situation, shared her father-in-law's reaction. She explained that Donald Trump became less interested in potential candidates after she withdrew from consideration.
The decision now rests with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who will be responsible for appointing Rubio's replacement. Lara Trump expressed confidence in DeSantis's ability to select an appropriate candidate despite his previous rivalry with Donald Trump during the 2024 GOP presidential nomination race.
Among the potential candidates for the Senate seat is former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz, who recently resigned from the House. Gaetz had previously withdrawn from consideration for Trump's Attorney General position following controversy surrounding allegations of misconduct.
Lara Trump shared her thoughts on Gaetz's potential candidacy. According to her:
The only person that Donald Trump wanted to see there was probably me.
She also offered her perspective on Gaetz's qualifications, stating:
Look, I think Matt Gaetz is wonderful. I think he is a true America First patriot. I think he's been a great ally of my father-in-law's
The upcoming Senate appointment represents a significant moment in Florida politics, with various potential candidates under consideration. Lara Trump's withdrawal has created an opportunity for other Republican figures to emerge as contenders.
While maintaining her distance from the Senate race, Lara Trump continues to pursue other ventures, including a recently launched fitness apparel line and upcoming music releases. She has promised a "big announcement" following Trump's inauguration, suggesting her continued involvement in public life.
The Florida Senate seat appointment represents a crucial political decision with implications for both state and national politics. Lara Trump's withdrawal from consideration has shifted attention to other potential candidates while maintaining support for Governor DeSantis's appointment process.
The vacancy created by Senator Marco Rubio's pending confirmation as Secretary of State will require careful consideration from Governor Ron DeSantis, who must balance various political interests in making his selection. While Donald Trump's initial preference for Lara Trump is now moot, the appointment remains a significant opportunity to shape Florida's representation in the Senate.
