lara,-daughter-in-law-of-donald-trump,-elected-by-absolute-majority-as-co-chair-of-the-republican-national-committeeLara, daughter-in-law of Donald Trump, elected by absolute majority as co-chair of the Republican National Committee
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By Luis De Jesus

08 Mar 2024, 19:39 PM EST

Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump and a prominent figure within the family circle, was elected by an absolute majority as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC). This decision marks a significant milestone in the family’s continued control over the Republican Party, especially in the face of the looming presidential election.

Lara Trump’s appointment occurred during a meeting in Houston, Texas, where the Republican figure showed her power of convocation and her influence within the party, the Efe news agency published.

Eric Trump’s wife, with no prior political experience, emerged as a driving force within the Republican National Committee, reflecting the growing prominence of the Trump family in conservative US politics.

His nomination to co-chair the organization is a clear indication of the support and trust that former President Donald Trump continues to have in his inner circle. This appointment also reinforces the Republican strategy of consolidating power and strengthening party unity in the face of the upcoming political contests.

Lara Trump during the Conservative Political Action Conference, in National Harbor, Maryland, on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Photo José Luis Magaña / AP
Credit: Jose Luis Magana | AP

Lara Trump donated $100,000 to the Committee

Among the important points of this news is the financial support that Lara Trump offered to the Committee, announcing a donation of $100,000 during the meeting in Houston. This gesture underscores her commitment to the party’s activities and her determination to drive Republican success in the upcoming elections.

Furthermore, the ascension of the former president’s daughter-in-law to the co-presidential position represents a significant change in the direction of the party. His role will focus on fundraising and public representation of the RNC, becoming a leading voice within the conservative movement in the United States.

The election of Lara Trump also highlights the control exerted by the Trump family over the Republican Party. Lara Trump’s lack of challengers in the election reflects the unified support she receives from the party and the significant influence she and her family maintain in American politics.

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