Lara Trump, Donald Trump's daughter-in-law and potential co-chair of the Republican National Committee, voiced her support for using the organization's funds to pay the former president's rising legal expenses. Speaking at the Trump campaign headquarters in South Carolina ahead of the state's Republican primary, Lara Trump emphasized the importance of supporting Trump in his bid for a second presidential term and other congressional races. She indicated the need to raise approximately half a billion dollars by November 5 to fund causes that conservative voters care about.

Donald Trump recently endorsed North Carolina GOP chairman Michael Whatley to replace the current RNC leadership, with Lara Trump as co-chair. The incumbent chairwoman, Ronna McDaniel, offered to step down after losing support from Trump due to party finance issues and disputes over voter fraud. Lara Trump assured reporters that she would prioritize the proper use of funds and focus on supporting causes important to the Republican base.

Amidst Donald Trump's mounting legal challenges and financial obligations, a judge ordered him and his businesses to pay $355 million in penalties in a civil fraud case, potentially increasing the total punishment to over $450 million with interest. Additionally, Trump faces a $83.3 million defamation payment to E. Jean Carroll, with another $5 million awarded for defamation and sexual assault in a separate lawsuit in 2023. Trump's legal fees have contributed to estimated debts exceeding $500 million.

As Lara Trump pushes for the RNC to assist in covering Donald Trump's legal expenses, the political landscape continues to be influenced by ongoing legal battles and financial constraints faced by the former president.