Trump endorses Michael Whatley as RNC chair, Lara Trump as co-chair

Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Michael Whatley as Republican National Committee chair and his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, as co-chair.

Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Michael Whatley for Republican National Committee chair and his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, for co-chair.

Trump announced his endorsement in a statement Monday night, citing Whatley's commitment to "election integrity." Whatley was an ardent supporter of Trump's baseless claims of voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election.

Trump also endorsed one of his senior advisers, Chris LaCivita, for chief operating officer.

"This group of three is highly talented, battle-tested, and smart. They have my complete and total endorsement to lead the Republican National Committee," Trump said in a statement to ABC News.

The news of Trump's endorsements comes as Ronna McDaniel, the current chair of the Republican National Committee, and Trump have discussed the possibility of her resigning, according to multiple people familiar with their conversation.