Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been given the task of filling the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the nomination of Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State. While there was speculation about who DeSantis would choose for the position, it has been revealed that the decision will not be made until at least January. DeSantis is reportedly not considering appointing himself or a placeholder for the seat.
One name that has been circulating as a potential choice for the Senate seat is Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump. However, sources close to DeSantis suggest that he may be hesitant to appoint Lara Trump due to the complicated relationship between Trump and himself. Trump’s involvement in Florida politics and his ties to the MAGA base have made the decision more complex for DeSantis.
If DeSantis decides to not appoint Lara Trump, there are several other potential candidates being considered, including Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez, Attorney General Ashley Moody, and former House Speaker Paul Renner. These candidates are all staunch DeSantis allies who are well-known in Florida politics. DeSantis is also not considering Republicans from the state’s congressional delegation due to concerns about maintaining the GOP’s slim majority in the House.
Overall, DeSantis is facing a difficult decision as he weighs the political implications of his Senate appointment, particularly in relation to his potential presidential aspirations in 2028. The choice of who to appoint will be closely watched as it could set the tone for DeSantis’ future political endeavors.
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