"Ronna McDaniel's Resignation Signals Trump's Influence on the Republican Party"

Ronna McDaniel has resigned as chair of the Republican National Committee, paving the way for Donald Trump and his allies to solidify control over the party and its finances. Trump has nominated Michael Whatley to replace McDaniel and appointed his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, as a co-chair. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has expressed concerns about Trump using the RNC as a "piggy bank" for his legal fees. McDaniel defended her record in her resignation statement, while indicating that she believes the race for the party's nomination is already over.