Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader
Who senators choose, and whether Trump ultimately endorses a candidate in the final hours, could set the tone for Trump’s attempts to assert control over the legislative branch.
Texas Senator John Cornyn loses bid for Republican leader. Who won secret vote?
Texas Sen. John Cornyn will not be the Senate’s next Republican ... I’ve been unequivocal that we need to change GOP Leadership—and now we finally will.” Several local Republican Party leaders had also expressed support for Scott over Cornyn.
Senate Republicans choose John Thune to replace Mitch McConnell as majority leader
With the GOP on the brink of a governing trifecta in Washington, Trump looms larger than ever, particularly on Capitol Hill, where his influence looks set to grow.
Senate Republicans Pick John Thune as New Majority Leader
Republicans chose Sen. John Thune of South Dakota to lead the chamber of Congress, beating Sens. John Cornyn and Rick Scott.
Republican John Thune of South Dakota elected next Senate majority leader after secret-ballot vote
Thune, who is 63 and in his fourth Senate term, has promised to work closely with President-elect Donald Trump despite differences between the two over the years.
Senate Republicans elect John Thune to lead after 17-year McConnell run
Sen. John Thune​ of South Dakota won on the second round of voting against Sen. John Cornyn​ of Texas in the race for Senate Republican leader.
John Cornyn loses Senate majority leader bid after Texas GOP backlash
U.S. Senator John Thune of South Dakota was elected as the next Senate Majority leader Wednesday morning. The established Republican lawmaker’s victory comes as a shock to Texas Republicans, who were divided on their support for candidates vying for the top GOP role.
John Thune Shares Plans for Trump's Agenda After Senate Leader Vote
Thune shared his thoughts on Trump's agenda after his election to Senate Majority Leader sparked backlash from Trump's supporters.
John Thune elected as Senate Republican leader to succeed McConnell
Senate Republicans returned to Washington for the first time since they secured the Senate majority to determine who will be the new party leader in the chamber.
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State of Texas: Republican election gains boost governor’s ‘school choice’ plan
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Trump’s near sweep of Texas border counties shows a shift to the right for Latino voters
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Texas Democratic Party chair to resign after Republican sweep in Texas
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Republican sweep in Texas also extended to state’s appellate courts
Republican judges won in 25 out of 26 contested races throughout the state in a show of the party’s broader strength up and ...
Texas Republican victories improve school voucher prospect, add fuel to House speaker race
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Texas officials react to sweeping Republican wins as Donald Trump declares victory
Donald Trump addressed his supporters in Florida early Wednesday morning, declaring victory in the 2024 Presidential election ...
'It's not a monolith': Why no political party can claim the 'Hispanic vote' in Texas
Candidates in either party can't "just parachute in, eat Mexican food and listen to a mariachi band" and expect Hispanic ...
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Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa resigns after 'devastating' election
"In the days and weeks to come, it is imperative that our Democratic leaders across the country reevaluate what is best for ...
Texas Democrats revive effort to repeal state’s ban on gay sex
Texas lawmakers, during the state’s upcoming legislative session, will have the opportunity to formally decriminalize gay sex ...