Big GOP leadership change: John Thune named next Senate Republican leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Big GOP leadership change: John Thune named next Senate Republican leader

Live Mint  

US Senate Republicans have chosen John Thune to lead the chamber in the upcoming year. Senator John Thune wrote on X: "I am extremely honored to have earned the support of my colleagues to lead the Senate in the 119th Congress, and I am beyond proud of the work we have done to secure our majority and the White House. Thune triumphed over Texas Senator John Cornyn, another experienced institutionalist, and Florida Senator Rick Scott, a staunch Donald Trump ally supported by high-profile figures like billionaire Elon Musk, and conservative commentator Sean Hannity. "Without Rick Scott, the entire Trump reform agenda wobbly," Trump adviser Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a post on X before the vote. On Sunday, tech moghul Musk, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, posted on social media, "Rick Scott for Senate Majority Leader!"

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New Majority Leader Thune kicks off Senate session with pledge to preserve filibuster
5 days, 20 hours ago

New Majority Leader Thune kicks off Senate session with pledge to preserve filibuster

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — New Senate Majority Leader John Thune is kicking off the new session with a promise to preserve the filibuster, saying in his first floor speech as leader that his priority will be to “ensure the Senate stays the Senate.” Thune, R-S.D., and Senate Republicans are taking power on Friday a little more than two weeks before Donald Trump …

In his final days as Republican leader, Mitch McConnell tries to put pressure on Trump
3 weeks, 2 days ago

In his final days as Republican leader, Mitch McConnell tries to put pressure on Trump

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is now in his final …

Who is John Thune, From Donald Trump critic to next Senate majority leader?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who is John Thune, From Donald Trump critic to next Senate majority leader?

India Today  

Republicans have elected Senator John Thune of South Dakota as the next Senate majority leader, paving the way for the top deputy of Mitch McConnell to take over the key position as President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House next year. JOHN THUNE'S HISTORY WITH TRUMP Thune’s relationship with Trump has been strained since Trump entered …

US Senate Republicans pick John Thune as majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US Senate Republicans pick John Thune as majority leader

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-14 01:53 WASHINGTON -- US Senate Republicans on Wednesday elected John Thune, a senator from South Dakota and the current Republican whip, to succeed Mitch McConnell as the next majority leader in the upper chamber. On a secret ballot, Thune, 63, beat two contenders: John Cornyn of Texas, a former Republican whip, and Rick Scott of Florida, …

Senator John Thune elected Senate Majority Leader by Republicans: Trump’s allies must be pissed.
55 years ago

Senator John Thune elected Senate Majority Leader by Republicans: Trump’s allies must be pissed.

Slate  

South Dakota Sen. John Thune was elected Senate Republican leader on Wednesday, replacing Mitch McConnell in the role after his record-setting run of 18 years. “We have a mandate from the American people, a mandate not only to clean up the mess left by the Biden-Harris-Schumer agenda, but also to deliver on President Trump’s priorities.” Thune, who in the past …

Watch live: Senate Republicans speak for first time since John Thune elected Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Watch live: Senate Republicans speak for first time since John Thune elected Senate majority leader

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Watch as the Senate Republicans speak for the first time …

Republicans pick John Thune to be Senate majority leader - here’s what that means for Trump’s agenda
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republicans pick John Thune to be Senate majority leader - here’s what that means for Trump’s agenda

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senate Republicans nominated Senate Minority Whip John Thune of South …

'Horrible day!' MAGA fans feel 'backstabbed' by 'anti-Trump' Senate majority leader choice
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Horrible day!' MAGA fans feel 'backstabbed' by 'anti-Trump' Senate majority leader choice

Raw Story  

Senate Republicans chose a new majority leader to replace Mitch McConnell, and Donald Trump's MAGA fans are furious. "Thune has notoriously been anti Trump," said MAGA gadfly Laura Loomer. "Trump won a historic landslide and a national mandate so naturally our Republican Senate elects one of the biggest Trump haters on planet earth as Majority leader," added influential right-wing account …

John Thune is the new Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

John Thune is the new Senate majority leader

Hindustan Times  

Washington: John Thune is the new Senate majority leader, after defeating two Republicans in the leadership race, John Cornyn and Rick Scott, the last being the favourite of the Donald Trump ecosystem. Thune will succeed the veteran Mitch McConnell who shared a difficult relationship with Donald Trump announced his decision not to seek office earlier this year. A Senator from …

US Senate Republicans pick insider John Thune as next leader, reject Trump loyalist push
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US Senate Republicans pick insider John Thune as next leader, reject Trump loyalist push

Firstpost  

Republican senators have elected a well-regarded insider John Thune of South Dakota as their new leader, bypassing calls from Trump supporters for a loyalist US Sen. John Thune arrives for the Senate Republican leadership elections at the US Capitol on Wednesday in Washington, DC. AFP Republican senators have elected a well-regarded insider John Thune of South Dakota as their new …

John Thune Will Be Senate’s New Republican Leader, Replacing Mitch McConnell
1 month, 3 weeks ago

John Thune Will Be Senate’s New Republican Leader, Replacing Mitch McConnell

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― Senate Minority Whip John Thune was elected the next Senate Republican leader on Wednesday, ensuring Sen. Mitch McConnell’s right-hand man will lead the new GOP majority as President-elect Donald Trump begins his second White House term next year. “This Republican team is united behind President Trump’s agenda, and our work starts today,” he said. “We …

Senate Republicans choose new leader amid MAGA pressure campaign
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Senate Republicans choose new leader amid MAGA pressure campaign

Raw Story  

Senate Republicans on Wednesday chose their next majority leader to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell and brought to a close an intense pressure campaign from President-elect Donald Trump's MAGA allies. Thune and Cornyn both boast lengthy tenures in the Senate, dating back to former President George W. Bush’s administration, and strong ties to the institutionalist wing of the GOP. Carlson mounted …

A look at the candidates vying to be the next Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

A look at the candidates vying to be the next Senate majority leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In the first seriously contested Senate Republican leadership election in decades, three senators are vying to replace longtime GOP leader Mitch McConnell when he steps down from the post at the beginning of next year and Republicans take back the Senate majority. South Dakota Sen. John Thune, Texas Sen. John Cornyn and Florida Sen. Rick Scott have been …

Senate Republicans are gathering behind closed doors to pick a new majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Senate Republicans are gathering behind closed doors to pick a new majority leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republican senators will gather behind closed doors Wednesday to decide who will replace longtime Senate leader Mitch McConnell and lead their new majority next year — a decision that could shape the future of the Senate, and the party, as Donald Trump reclaims the presidency. South Dakota Sen. John Thune, Texas Sen. John Cornyn and Florida Sen. Rick …

With potential for sweeping control, Republicans pick their next leaders in Congress
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

With potential for sweeping control, Republicans pick their next leaders in Congress

NPR  

With potential for sweeping control, Republicans pick their next leaders in Congress toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Republicans have selected their party leaders for the next Congress under President-elect Donald Trump. Senate Republicans elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune to serve as Senate Majority Leader when the new Congress convenes in January. We are one team, we are excited to …

Republicans pick Thune over Trump loyalist as Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republicans pick Thune over Trump loyalist as Senate majority leader

Al Jazeera  

Republicans in the United States Senate picked veteran John Thune to be the chamber’s new leader, as lawmakers, scrambling to prepare for President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration, rejected his camp’s favoured candidate. Thune, who already holds a more junior leadership position, beat Texas Senator John Cornyn in a run-off vote to replace outgoing party leader Mitch McConnell. Thune’s win in …

Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader

LA Times  

Republicans have elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as the next Senate majority leader, completing a momentous shift in their leadership that will elevate a top deputy of Minority Leader Mitch McConnell into a key position before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House in January. If they both win their elections, Thune said, “we’ve got a job to …

Why Trump’s MAGA base wants Rick Scott for Republican Senate majority leader over his rivals.
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55 years ago

Why Trump’s MAGA base wants Rick Scott for Republican Senate majority leader over his rivals.

Slate  

Having taken the presidency last week in convincing fashion and having long possessed House Republicans by the throat, the MAGA movement this week turns its eyes to the Senate. John Thune, John Cornyn, and Rick Scott, intensified over the weekend as President-elect Donald Trump’s win reverberated through the caucus—and Trump’s most ardent MAGA supporters attempted to bully Republican senators into …

Elon Musk endorses Republican Rick Scott for US Senate majority leader
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Elon Musk endorses Republican Rick Scott for US Senate majority leader

India Today  

Businessman Elon Musk, an ally of President-elect Donald Trump, endorsed Republican Senator Rick Scott for US Senate majority leader on Sunday as Trump pushed candidates for the influential post to help him make changes quickly after his party won control of the chamber. Current Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, who has led his party in the chamber since 2007, is …

‘Not serious’: Trump reportedly dismissed Rick Scott’s bid for Senate leadership role
2 months ago

‘Not serious’: Trump reportedly dismissed Rick Scott’s bid for Senate leadership role

Raw Story  

Florida Sen. Rick Scott’s hopes of becoming the Senate’s next Republican leader were privately pushed aside by former President Donald Trump, who according to new reporting, told allies his bid was “not serious.” Scott is seen as a likely replacement for outgoing Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell’s position, along with Sens. A Trump endorsement could have major implications for the …

Senate Republicans will choose first new leader in nearly 20 years
2 months ago

Senate Republicans will choose first new leader in nearly 20 years

NPR  

Senate Republicans will choose first new leader in nearly 20 years toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images; Samuel Corum/Getty Images The only thing close to certain about the next Senate Republican leader is they will likely be named John. The top two candidates vying to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., as Senate leader are Sens. Thune, as the current second-highest-ranking Republican, …

Rick Scott Leans On Laura Loomer In Campaign To Be Senate GOP Leader
2 months, 1 week ago

Rick Scott Leans On Laura Loomer In Campaign To Be Senate GOP Leader

Huff Post  

Sen. Rick Scott speaks during a town-hall-style Sept. 3 in Braselton, Ga. via Associated Press A few years ago, the anti-Muslim bigot and conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer was so politically toxic that after she took a photo with Sen. Rick Scott, Scott’s spokesperson claimed “the Senator had never met this person, that I’m aware of.” On Tuesday, things were different. …

John Thune is striving to be the next Republican Senate leader, but can he rise in Trump’s GOP?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

John Thune is striving to be the next Republican Senate leader, but can he rise in Trump’s GOP?

Associated Press  

— The gold-leafed ceilings and crystal chandeliers of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort are a long way from the small town of Murdo, South Dakota, where Sen. John Thune grew up. Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D., speaks during an interview with The Associated Press at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. But I just felt like the country …

Florida Sen. Rick Scott, a close Trump ally, joins race to succeed Mitch McConnell as GOP leader
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Florida Sen. Rick Scott, a close Trump ally, joins race to succeed Mitch McConnell as GOP leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Florida Sen. Rick Scott said Wednesday that he will run for Senate Republican leader when Mitch McConnell steps down from the post, becoming the third Republican in the race. Scott is a close ally of former President Donald Trump, the presumptive GOP presidential nominee, and is likely to win votes from some of Trump’s closest allies in the …

South Dakota Sen. John Thune jumps into race to succeed McConnell as Senate leader
10 months ago

South Dakota Sen. John Thune jumps into race to succeed McConnell as Senate leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — South Dakota Sen. John Thune is entering the race to be the next Republican leader of the U.S. Senate once Sen. Mitch McConnell steps away from the post in November. He told another local news outlet, Dakota News Now, that McConnell stepping down is “a chance for a reset and I’d like to be a part of it.” …

Trump's Lock On The GOP Is Complete As Mitch McConnell Heads For The Exit
10 months, 1 week ago

Trump's Lock On The GOP Is Complete As Mitch McConnell Heads For The Exit

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― Mitch McConnell’s withdrawal from Republican Senate leadership completes Donald Trump’s dominance over the Republican Party as he barrels toward the 2024 GOP presidential nomination despite facing 91 criminal charges across several jurisdictions. We’ve got to put them ahead of the military-industrial complex.” “Senator McConnell, one of his great legacies will be the avalanche of corporate …

Texas Sen. Cornyn announces run to succeed McConnell as GOP leader
10 months, 1 week ago

Texas Sen. Cornyn announces run to succeed McConnell as GOP leader

LA Times  

Sen. John Cornyn, who served as Mitch McConnell’s No. “And I am confident Senate Republicans can restore our institution to the essential role it serves in our constitutional republic.” There has long been speculation that Cornyn, South Dakota Sen. John Thune and Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso — the “three Johns” — would all vie to replace McConnell if and when …

Why Mitch McConnell is done leading Senate Republicans—but isn’t retiring.
10 months, 1 week ago

Why Mitch McConnell is done leading Senate Republicans—but isn’t retiring.

Slate  

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced on Wednesday that he would not seek another term as Republican leader, ending a record stretch as the longest-serving party leader in Senate history. While some view their early 80s as a time to renew their tenures atop American politics, McConnell acknowledged in a floor speech that his recent 82nd birthday reminded him that …

Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate's Republican leader: ‘I know the politics within my party…’
10 months, 1 week ago

Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate's Republican leader: ‘I know the politics within my party…’

Hindustan Times  

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell on Wednesday announced that he will step down as GOP leader in November. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnel McConnell, who has long been a towering presence in Washington, DC, made history throughout his political career. “One of life’s most underappreciated talents is to know when it’s time to move on to life’s next chapter,” McConnell …

Mitch McConnell To Step Down As Senate Republican Leader
10 months, 1 week ago

Mitch McConnell To Step Down As Senate Republican Leader

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced his intention to step down from Senate leadership in November, underscoring the tectonic shift in the Republican Party in recent years away from Ronald Reagan toward the tone and vision of former President Donald Trump. Speaking from the Senate floor on Wednesday, McConnell grew emotional and reflected on his …

Mitch McConnell to step down from Republican Senate leadership
10 months, 1 week ago

Mitch McConnell to step down from Republican Senate leadership

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November. to say that this will be my last term as Republican leader of the Senate.” AP AUDIO: McConnell will step down as the Senate …

McConnell will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November after a record run
10 months, 1 week ago

McConnell will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November after a record run

LA Times  

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says he will leave his leadership position but will serve out his term as senator. to say that this will be my last term as Republican leader of the Senate.” His decision punctuates a powerful ideological transition underway in the Republican Party, from Ronald Reagan’s brand of traditional conservatism and strong international alliances to the …

McConnell tries to reassure colleagues about his health, vows to serve out term as Senate GOP leader
1 year, 4 months ago

McConnell tries to reassure colleagues about his health, vows to serve out term as Senate GOP leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell declared again Wednesday that he plans to finish his term as leader despite freezing up at two news conferences over the summer, brushing off questions about his health as he sought to reassure colleagues he’s still up to the job. “I’m going to finish my term as leader and I’m going to finish …

McConnell celebrates milestone as Senate Dems retain power
2 years ago

McConnell celebrates milestone as Senate Dems retain power

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Democrats are again claiming the Senate majority, but much of the chamber’s focus Tuesday was on the top Republican as Mitch McConnell became the longest serving Senate leader in history. McConnell, 80, surpassed Montana Sen. Mike Mansfield’s record of 16 years as party leader when the Senate convened midday to begin the new Congress. The celebratory Senate proceedings …

Republican Mitch McConnell breaks US Senate leadership record
2 years ago

Republican Mitch McConnell breaks US Senate leadership record

Al Jazeera  

McConnell has become the longest serving Senate leader in the chamber’s history as the 118th US Congress convenes. As the 118th United States Congress convenes for the first time on Tuesday, its upper chamber is marking a record broken by Senator Mitch McConnell, who has become the longest-serving Senate leader in history. Tuesday’s milestone in the Senate comes in stark …

McConnell reelected Senate GOP leader: ‘Not going anywhere’
2 years, 1 month ago

McConnell reelected Senate GOP leader: ‘Not going anywhere’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Mitch McConnell was reelected as Republican leader Wednesday, quashing a challenge from Sen. Rick Scott of Florida, the Senate GOP campaign chief criticized after a disappointing performance in the midterm elections that kept Senate control with Democrats. “I think everybody in our conference agrees we want to give it our best shot.” At a GOP senators lunch …

South Dakota’s Thune wins reelection to 4th U.S. Senate term
2 years, 2 months ago

South Dakota’s Thune wins reelection to 4th U.S. Senate term

Associated Press  

— Republican U.S. Sen. John Thune of South Dakota won reelection to a fourth term Tuesday and will return to a Senate where he is seen as a potential future majority leader. Thune is the second-ranking Senate Republican and is seen as a potential pick to succeed Sen. Mitch McConnell once he steps down from leadership. The quiet election year …

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement
3 years ago

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement

Associated Press  

— South Dakota political candidates are revving into full campaign mode this week with one big exception: Republican Sen. John Thune, who has delayed a reelection announcement as he considers retirement. He likened Thune’s potential departure to a political “concussion” to the state’s party, one that could rip open a divide between a right wing steadfastly loyal to former President …

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement
3 years ago

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy South Dakota political candidates are revving into full campaign mode …

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