Fox has learned of Trump's request to nominate his sister-in-law to be a senator from Florida

US President-elect Donald Trump is asking Florida Governor Ron Desantis to appoint his sister-in-law Lara Trump as a state senator instead of the candidate for the post of Secretary of State of the United States Mark Rubio. This was reported by Fox News Channel on December 10.

"Trump is demanding that Desantis appoint Lara Trump as governor to replace Florida Senator Mark Rubio," a source in Trump's inner circle told the TV channel.

Fox News reports that if Rubio is named the next secretary of state, his successor would serve a two-year term in the Senate. The Florida governor planned to name a new senator from the state by early January.

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Earlier, on December 4, the media reported on Trump's possible appointment of Desantis to head the Pentagon. According to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), Donald Trump is considering Florida Governor Ron Desantis as a possible replacement. There is also a possibility that the American leader-elect may nominate another candidate for the post of the head of the Pentagon.

Republican Trump, who won the US presidential election, nominated Rubio for the post of US Secretary of State earlier on November 13. He said in a statement that the candidate is a highly respected leader who is characterized by a commitment to freedom and justice.

Rubio then issued a statement that in his new post he intends to ensure peace from a position of strength and always put the interests of Americans first. According to Reuters, his appointment will lead to a toughening of the state's course towards China.

The election of the 47th president of the United States was held on November 5. In the national vote, Trump received 50.0% of the vote, while Democratic candidate Kamala Harris received 48.3%. Speaking to supporters, the Republican said that his goal as head of state is to end military conflicts in the world.