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Lara Trump has made headlines by stepping down as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC) while she investigates new opportunities alongside her father-in-law, President-elect Donald Trump, who is gearing up for his anticipated return to the White House.

One of the options she is contemplating involves potentially filling the Senate seat of Florida’s Marco Rubio, who has been nominated by Trump to serve as Secretary of State. If Rubio receives confirmation, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will need to appoint someone to finish Rubio’s term, which extends until 2026.

“I would really consider it seriously,” she said in an interview with the Associated Press. “To be honest, I’m not entirely clear on what that would involve. I want to gather all the relevant information to see if this opportunity is truly viable for me. But I would absolutely think about it.”

Since her appointment as RNC co-chair in March, Lara Trump has played a crucial role in helping the Republicans regain control of the White House and the Senate, while narrowly maintaining a majority in the House. Her future decisions might significantly influence the trajectory of Republican politics, especially considering her strong political ties and her relationship with the incoming president.

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The idea of a Trump family member taking up a Senate role has garnered positive feedback from certain factions within the Republican Party. Notably, Maye Musk, the mother of Elon Musk, has been vocal about her support for Lara Trump to succeed Rubio.

“The Senate has turned into an old man’s club. We desperately need a smart, young, and outspoken woman to unveil their secrets,” she commented on X. Lara Trump is currently 42 years of age.

Elon Musk, who was seen with Lara Trump on election night at Mar-a-Lago, echoed his mother’s sentiments, stating, “Lara Trump is genuinely amazing.”

Under the guidance of Chairman Michael Whatley and Lara Trump, the RNC significantly invested in mobilizing approximately 230,000 volunteers and establishing a legal team for their so-called “election integrity” initiative, which followed Donald Trump’s defeat to Democrat Joe Biden four years ago, during which he raised unfounded claims of voter fraud. Other organizations, such as Turning Point Action and Musk’s America PAC, were also proactive in advertising and outreach efforts.

Although Whatley will remain at the helm of the RNC, Lara Trump indicated that she feels she has achieved her goals in her co-chair position.

“After that significant victory, I feel it’s time for me to move on,” she remarked. “I believe I have accomplished what I intended to do.”

Lara Trump also commended Elon Musk’s new initiative, the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, which aims to refine government operations. Led by Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, the initiative’s goals include streamlining federal employment, cutting programs, and lessening federal regulations as part of Trump’s “Save America” agenda for his upcoming term.

“I genuinely believe we haven’t seen such a transformative movement in our federal government since the nation was founded,” she stated. “If they accomplish their objectives, it will greatly benefit the country.”

She anticipates a different dynamic in this presidency, particularly in terms of personnel structure. Unlike Trump’s previous administration, where his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner held advisory roles, Lara Trump believes that no family members will take up positions in the White House this time.

“He’s genuinely focused on providing an excellent four years of service, with no intention of extending beyond that,” she noted. “It’s a four-year term, and then he’s finished.”

Lara Trump also envisions a more cohesive Republican Party than ever. Since her appointment as co-chair in May, the Trump campaign has merged with the RNC, resulting in staff reductions and a reorganization of roles. She suggested this change might present challenges for GOP lawmakers who do not share Trump’s vision.

“The party has undergone a complete transformation,” she asserted. “I think people are feeling empowered to openly share their political views.”

—Reported by Linderman from Baltimore and Mendoza from Santa Cruz, California.