Lara Trump Withdraws From Consideration for Florida Senate Seat

The daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump announces her decision to step aside and hints at a major announcement in January.

Lara Trump, former co-chair of the Republican National Committee, has removed her name from consideration for Marco Rubio's U.S. Senate seat in Florida.
The announcement follows Rubio's nomination by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as secretary of state in the incoming administration.
Governor Ron DeSantis will now select Rubio's replacement, who will serve until a special election in 2026.
Lara Trump expressed gratitude for public support and confirmed her commitment to future public service, while teasing a 'big announcement' in January.
Her decision ends weeks of speculation about her potential candidacy, with other Republican figures now expected to vie for the seat.