Overview

• Trump announced his picks on Truth Social, underscoring his direct role in selecting senior RNC officials.
• A longtime Trump ally, Gruters has represented Florida in the state Senate since 2018 and was tapped as RNC treasurer earlier this year.
• Whatley, who became RNC chair in 2024, is stepping down to run for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina.
• Saul-Rich’s endorsement positions her to oversee the RNC’s fundraising and financial management as treasurer.
• These endorsements signal Trump’s effort to align party leadership with his MAGA agenda ahead of the 2026 midterm cycle.