Donald Trump has called for a leadership change at the Republican National Committee, proposing Michael Whatley and Lara Trump as new chair and co-chair, despite the current chair, Ronna McDaniel, stating she will not leave before the South Carolina primary.

Trump's proposal includes Michael Whatley, North Carolina GOP chairman, as the new RNC chair, and his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, as the co-chair. This move happens amid Trump's push for party loyalty and Michael Whatley's past endorsement for RNC co-chair, along with Lara Trump's active role in Trump's campaigns. Current RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel has expressed no intention of stepping down before the South Carolina primary, in contrast to Trump's push for leadership change.