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GOP senators eye mysterious options for leader: Donald Trump will be a major factor.
axios.com/2024/04/02/mitch-mcconnell-replacement-republican-senate-leader
Mitch McConnell urges GOP against term limits: Senate Republicans find themselves with an opportunity for sweeping leadership change.
axios.com/2024/03/20/mitch-mconnell-senate-term-limits-filibuster
Tim Scott says next Senate leader needs to work ‘hand in glove’ with Trump: Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) said Sunday that the next Republican Senate leader needs to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4522439-tim-scott-says-next-senate-leader-needs-to-work-hand-in-glove-with-trump/
Trump relationship is litmus test for next Senate GOP leader: Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and John Cornyn (R-Texas), the two leading candidates to become the next ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4545549-trump-relationship-is-litmus-test-for-next-senate-gop-leader/
Sen. John Thune endorses Arizona GOP Senate candidate Kari Lake: Lake is a Donald Trump ally and Thune is running to replace Mitch McConnell.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/sen-john-thune-endorses-arizona-gop-senate-candidate/story
McConnell's successor must work with Trump and 'stand his own ground,' Rounds says
abcnews.go.com/Politics/mcconnells-successor-work-trump-stand-ground-rounds/story
Quick Glance: Thune as McConnell's Successor: Partnership with Trump
- Senator Mike Rounds backs John Thune as McConnell's successor.
- Rounds emphasizes Thune's independence and institutional commitment.
- Senate Republicans aim to collaborate with Trump while maintaining independence.
- Rounds calls for leadership that stands up to Trump and focuses on long-term goals.
GOP senators caution Trump about getting involved in McConnell succession race: The high-stakes race to replace McConnell is on
axios.com/2024/03/03/mcconnell-trump-senate-republicans-congress
Senate GOP race to succeed McConnell takes shape with Thune in, Barrasso out: Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., won’t run for Senate Republican leader ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-gop-race-succeed-mcconnell-takes-shape-thune-barrasso-rcna141846
Quick Glance: Trump Ally Barrasso Steps Back from McConnell Succession Race
- Republican Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) has opted to run for the position of Assistant Republican Leader this year instead of joining Senators John Cornyn (R-Tex.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) in a bid for leader, as confirmed by Axios.
- Barrasso was favored by the more conservative bloc in the Senate and has the closest relationship with former President Trump among the 'three Johns.' His exit could pave the way for a new conservative contender.
- Barrasso holds the third-highest position among Senate Republicans as conference chair, and neither Thune nor Cornyn can run for GOP whip again due to term limits. This makes Barrasso almost a shoo-in.
- "I have had time to reflect on how I might best serve the Republican Conference and our country," said Barrasso in a statement on Tuesday morning.
Sen. John Thune on the 2024 race, GOP leadership and funding for Ukraine: When John Thune of South Dakota first won his Senate seat 20 years ago ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/sen-john-thune-on-the-2024-race-gop-leadership-and-funding-for-ukraine
Texas Sen. Cornyn announces bid to succeed McConnell as Senate leader: Cornyn is citing his experience in that role in a statement to fellow senators announcing ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/texas-sen-cornyn-announces-bid-to-succeed-mcconnell-as-senate-leader
Quick Glance: Sen. McConnell Stepping Down as Republican Leader in November
- Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history, will step down from that position in November.
- McConnell, who turned 82 last week, was set to announce his decision in the Senate.
- His choice signifies a significant shift in ideology within the Republican Party.
- McConnell cited the recent passing of his wife's youngest sister as a moment of reflection.
Thune announces bid to succeed McConnell, setting up fight for Senate GOP leader: Senate GOP Whip John Thune announced Monday that he is running for Republican ...
cnn.com/2024/03/04/politics/thune-announces-bid-succeeding-mcconnell/
McConnell, Thune call for full Senate trial of Mayorkas: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) and Whip John Thune (S.D.), the two top-ranking Senate ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4492124-mcconnell-thune-call-for-full-senate-trial-of-mayorkas/
Senior Republican who called Trump ‘inexcusable’ endorses him for president: Senator John Thune previously denounced Trump for role in Capitol attack in 2021 but ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/feb/26/john-thune-donald-trump-endorsement
Senate GOP braces for long battle to succeed McConnell: The uncertainty that Election Day brings — from Trump on down — complicates the prospects of either John ...
politico.com/news/2024/03/07/senate-gop-braces-for-long-battle-to-succeed-mcconnell-00145501
Earmark battle emerges as late threat to spending bill: A package of six bills that needs to pass by Friday to avoid a partial government shutdown is drawing ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4507946-spending-bill-roils-senate-gop-leadership-battle/
Thune on GOP leader term limits: Senate Minority Whip John Thune said he was open to discussing term limits on the next Republican leader ...
politico.com/live-updates/2024/03/06/congress/thune-on-gop-leader-term-limits-00145363
Internal Senate GOP earmark war renews shutdown threat: An internal Senate Republican war over earmarks in the government funding package is creating a new ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4517588-internal-senate-gop-earmark-war-renews-shutdown-threat/
Trump pushes Steve Daines to succeed McConnell as GOP's Senate leader: Much of the speculation about McConnell's successor has focused on the "three ...
axios.com/2024/02/29/trump-pushes-steve-daines-mcconnell-successor-senate
Dems fear what's next for the Senate after McConnell: "It can definitely get worse," one House Democrat said.
axios.com/2024/02/28/democrats-fear-what-next-senate-mcconnell
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November following the 2024 election. "One of life's most under-appreciated ... Show more www.newsweek.com/mitch-mcconnell-stepping-down-prompts-theories-possible-replacement-1874428
Top senate Republican says border security package could rise above $14 billion as key sticking points remain
cnn.com/2024/01/22/politics/senate-negotiations-border-policy/
Pressure grows on McConnell, Thune after Trump victory: Former President Trump’s resounding win in New Hampshire’s primary is heaping pressure on Senate Minority ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4427733-pressure-grows-on-mcconnell-thune-after-trump-victory/
Trump poses dilemma for Senate GOP leaders after years of battling with McConnell
saudigazette.com.sa/article/639988
GOP leader says border security deal will need cap on paroled migrants : Senate Republican Whip John Thune (S.D.), the second-ranking Senate GOP leader ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4401537-gop-leader-says-border-security-deal-will-need-cap-on-paroled-migrants/
No. 3 Senate Republican Barrasso backs Trump: The Wyoming Republican's endorsement gives Trump backing from 20 GOP senators.
politico.com/news/2024/01/09/senate-republican-barrasso-backs-trump-00134701
Senate Republican whip says Congress may need to pass short-term government funding bill into March
cnn.com/2024/01/09/politics/senate-republican-government-funding-bill/
Latest GOP split: Senate leaders hold out as House brass goes all-in for Trump: The former president's allies warn it's a risky move ...
politico.com/news/2024/01/11/trump-endorsements-2024-election-00134814
Top Senate GOP leaders silent on decision to boot Trump from Colorado ballot : Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) and Sen. John Thune (S.D.), the No ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4370691-senate-gop-trump-colorado-ballot/
Quick Ukraine Aid, Border Deal Unlikely Before Christmas: Senate Republicans: Senate Republican leaders made clear Monday that a quick deal on border security is ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-12-18/senate-republicans-shut-door-on-quick-ukraine-aid-border-deal
McConnell, Thune expected to attend fundraiser for Nevada Senate candidate Sam Brown
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4342015-mcconnell-thune-fundraiser-nevada-senate-sam-brown/
Thune, Klobuchar release bipartisan AI bill : Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) bill that would ...
thehill.com/policy/technology/4311592-thune-klobuchar-release-bipartisan-ai-bill/
Republicans slam broadband discounts for poor people, threaten to kill program: Thune, Cruz complain that $30 discounts go to people who "already had ...
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/12/republicans-slam-broadband-discounts-for-poor-people-threaten-to-kill-program/
The Race to Replace Mitch McConnell as GOP Leader Is Already On: The rumors about McConnell’s potential exit have led his would-be successors to try to ...
thedailybeast.com/the-race-to-replace-mitch-mcconnell-as-gop-leader-is-already-on
Thune, Cardin lead Senate delegation to Saudi Arabia: A bipartisan group of senators, including South Dakota Sen. John Thune and Senate Foreign Relations ...
thehill.com/homenews/4267482-thune-cardin-lead-senate-delegation-to-saudi-arabia/
Key Republican says there’s ‘a lot of resistance’ over Biden’s nominee to be ambassador to Israel
cnn.com/2023/10/16/politics/jack-lew-gop-opposition-ambassador-israel/
Thune flexes muscle in shadow Senate GOP leadership race: Senate Republican Whip John Thune (S.D.) is asserting himself in the Senate GOP’s raucous debate over ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4241191-thune-flexes-muscle-in-shadow-senate-gop-leadership-race/
Top GOP senator teams up with key Dem on ‘light-touch’ AI bill: John Thune, the Senate’s No. 2 Republican, is set to unveil a major AI bill with backing from Amy ...
politico.com/news/2023/09/20/thune-klobuchar-ai-bill-00117236
McConnell’s health becomes bigger problem for GOP: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s (Ky.) health is becoming a bigger problem for his Senate Republican ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4188484-mcconnells-health-becomes-bigger-problem-for-gop/
Quick Glance: McConnell not affected by stroke or seizures, says Capitol doctor
- McConnell did not have seizures, stroke, or movement disorders at a press conference last week.
- No evidence of seizure disorders, mini-strokes (TIA), or Parkinson's in McConnell.
- No additional information about the cause of the two incidents where McConnell froze in front of reporters.
- Dr. Monahan confirmed McConnell's medical clearance after consultation and examination.
McConnell’s Potential Successors in the Senate Include ‘Three Johns’: The men are considered the leading candidates to replace the top Senate Republican ...
nytimes.com/2023/08/31/us/mcconnell-successor-senate-leader.html
Quick Glance: GOP senators consider 'special' meeting to discuss leadership after McConnell's freeze
- McConnell's health is a sensitive topic: The 81-year-old, the longest-serving party leader in Senate history, prefers not to talk about it.
- A few GOP senators are considering a challenging internal debate about the future of their leadership following Mitch McConnell's second public freeze within a month.
- Party leadership is not currently involved in these discussions, and no decisions have been made yet, according to a source.
- It only takes five Republican senators to convene a special conference meeting, which is the most direct way to have a specific discussion about the minority leader after his public pause on Wednesday raised questions about his condition.
Mitch McConnell’s Leadership Is Suddenly at Risk. Let the “Game of Johns” Begin.: The succession wars are right around the corner.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2023/09/the-surge-mitch-mcconnell-freeze-john-thune-cornyn-barrasso.html
McConnell’s health scare puts focus on shadow race to replace him : Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) health scare has Republican senators ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4125785-mcconnells-health-scare-puts-focus-on-shadow-race-to-replace-him/
McConnell seeks to silence GOP speculation about his future: After an on-camera freeze-up, the longest-serving Senate party leader of all time is making clear ...
politico.com/news/2023/07/27/mcconnell-silence-gop-speculation-future-00108662
Quick Glance: Mitch McConnell Experiences 'Multiple' Falls - Reports
- McConnell abruptly stopped speaking during a press conference and was led away by concerned colleagues.
- The Senate Minority Leader later returned to the press conference and assured reporters that he was fine.
- Barrasso helped McConnell step away from the conference.
- McConnell returned shortly after and confirmed his ability to fully perform his job.
Beware the Zombie Candidates Lumbering Across the Campaign Trail With No Pulse: Some presidential candidates risk becoming zombie candidates who can't win but ...
time.com/6309806/gop-race-dropping-out-zombie-candidates-tim-scott/
Sen. McConnell says he plans to serve his full term as leader despite questions about his health
detroitnews.com/story/news/nation/2023/07/28/sen-mcconnell-says-he-plans-to-serve-his-full-term-as-leader-despite-questions-about-his-health/70487267007/
6 months after East Palestine train derailment, Congress is deadlocked on safety rules
detroitnews.com/story/business/2023/08/03/congress-deadlocked-on-safety-rules-after-east-palestine-derailment/70520737007/
Quick Glance: Congress Deadlocked on Safety Rules After East Palestine Train Derailment
- Little has changed six months after the train derailment in East Palestine.
- It remains uncertain if the derailment will lead to action.
- Republicans face a test of supporting industry versus rural voters.
- Cleanup continues in East Palestine as the railroad reopens its tracks.
Senate moves closer to finishing Defense Authorization bill : The Senate on Wednesday inched closer to wrapping up work on its version of the annual defense ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4122082-senate-moves-closer-to-finishing-defense-authorization-bill/
Trump’s attacks on FBI, DOJ create Senate GOP faultline: Some Republican senators are pumping the brakes on attempts by former President Trump and his allies to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4054557-trumps-attacks-on-fbi-doj-create-senate-gop-faultline/
GOP fears Trump legal woes will boomerang on them : Senate Republicans are worried former President Trump’s legal troubles will create a major headwind for GOP ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4048367-gop-fears-trump-legal-woes-will-boomerang-on-them/
Senate Republicans love Tim Scott. They just can’t say so politically.: Many GOP senators believe Trump is hurting their party’s chances of winning the majority ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/06/17/senate-republicans-love-their-colleague-tim-scott-very-few-will-endorse-him/
Senate Republicans love Tim Scott. They just can’t say so politically.: Many GOP senators believe Trump is hurting their party’s chances of winning the majority ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/06/17/senate-republicans-love-their-colleague-tim-scott-very-few-will-endorse-him/
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