History of Lara Trump in Timeline

Lara Trump, wife of Eric Trump and daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump, served as the co-chair of the Republican National Committee from March 2024 until her announced resignation in December of the same year. Prior to her political role, she worked as a television producer, notably hosting and producing Trump Productions' "Real News Update" and contributing as a producer for "Inside Edition."

October 12, 1982: Lara Trump's Birth

Lara Lea Trump (née Yunaska) was born on October 12, 1982.

2012: Lara Trump at Inside Edition

Lara Trump began working as a story coordinator and producer for Inside Edition in 2012.

November 8, 2014: Lara Trump's Marriage

Lara Yunaska married Eric Trump on November 8, 2014, at Mar-a-Lago.

2015: European Migrant Crisis

The European migrant crisis occurred in 2015.

2016: Lara Trump's Role in the 2016 Presidential Campaign

During the 2016 presidential campaign, Lara Trump played a significant role. She led the Trump-Pence Women's Empowerment Tour and worked as a liaison for the Giles-Parscale company. After Donald Trump's election, she transitioned into online production and fundraising.

2016: Lara Trump Leaves Inside Edition

Lara Trump concluded her role at Inside Edition in 2016.

September 12, 2017: Birth of Lara Trump's First Child

Lara Trump's first child was born on September 12, 2017.

April 2019: Lara Trump Criticizes Angela Merkel

In April 2019, Lara Trump publicly criticized German Chancellor Angela Merkel's 2015 decision to accept refugees during the European migrant crisis.

August 19, 2019: Birth of Lara Trump's Second Child

Lara Trump's second child was born on August 19, 2019.

2020: Lara Trump's Role in the 2020 Reelection Campaign

Lara Trump served as a senior consultant for Donald Trump's 2020 reelection campaign, receiving $180,000 annually through Parscale Strategy. She also actively campaigned alongside far-right activist Laura Loomer.

March 29, 2021: Lara Trump Joins Fox News

On March 29, 2021, Lara Trump started working as a contributor at Fox News.

2021: Lara Trump Declines Senate Run

Following Donald Trump's departure from office in 2021, rumors circulated about Lara Trump potentially running for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Richard Burr. However, she ultimately declined and endorsed Ted Budd.

December 2022: Lara Trump Leaves Fox News

In December 2022, Fox News announced its separation from Lara Trump due to their policy against employing individuals running for office or involved with political candidates. This decision followed Donald Trump's declaration of his reelection bid.

2023: Lara Trump Releases Cover Song

In 2023, Lara Trump released a cover of Tom Petty's "I Won't Back Down," achieving chart success.

February 12, 2024: Lara Trump Endorsed for RNC Co-Chair

On February 12, 2024, Donald Trump endorsed Lara Trump for the position of RNC co-chair, along with Michael Whatley for chair. Lara Trump subsequently stated that her focus would be solely on re-electing Donald Trump as president.

March 8, 2024: Lara Trump Elected RNC Co-Chair

Lara Trump was elected co-chair of the RNC by a unanimous vote on March 8, 2024.

March 2024: Lara Trump Co-Chairs RNC

In March 2024, Lara Trump became co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC). Later, in December of the same year, she stepped down from her position.