Former President Donald Trump recently held a meeting with Ronna McDaniel, the head of the Republican National Committee (RNC), where he hinted at forthcoming "recommendations" for the party's growth.
The meeting took place at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida on Monday, as reported by Politico, and followed Trump's earlier statement suggesting possible "changes" within the organization.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump expressed his confidence in the upcoming election, stating that things were looking bleak for President Joe Biden. He also praised McDaniel, referring to her as his "friend" and crediting her for his victory in Michigan during the 2016 election. Trump further mentioned that he would be making his recommendations for RNC growth after the South Carolina Primary, indicating that more changes could be on the horizon.
This meeting and Trump's remarks come in the wake of his recent interview where he hinted at further changes within the RNC. It is worth noting that McDaniel was personally chosen by Trump to lead the committee after his election in 2016. However, both Trump and others have criticized recent decisions made by the RNC.
One of the main points of contention has been the RNC's focus on primary debates rather than the election processes for 2024, as demanded by Trump in November. Additionally, McDaniel has faced criticism for the committee's extravagant spending, including expensive floral arrangements and other lavish expenditures. Reports have shown a pattern of excessive spending dating back to December 2022, when it was revealed that millions of RNC funds were used for private jets under McDaniel's leadership.
As Trump continues to exert his influence within the Republican Party, his meeting with McDaniel and the subsequent discussions about recommendations for RNC growth indicate potential changes on the horizon. The party awaits Trump's decision, which is expected to be announced after the South Carolina Primary.
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