What to know about Sen. John Thune, the new Republican leader in the Senate
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota is set to lead the Senate as majority leader in the new Congress, after Republicans flipped the chamber in the 2024 elections.
Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader
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Who is Republican Sen. John Thune, the newly elected Senate majority leader?
Republican Sen. John Thune of South Dakota was elected new Senate majority leader, replacing Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who is stepping aside.
John Thune elected new Republican Senate leader
Senate Republicans have elected their colleague from South Dakota, John Thune, as their new leader in the chamber. The 63-year-old won a secret ballot on Wednesday, defeating Florida Senator Rick Scott and Texan Senator John Cornyn.
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John Thune will replace Mitch McConnell as Senate majority leader, and Mike Johnson will remain House speaker in Congress
Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune has his work cut out for him
Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces a series of confrontations ahead within his own party. Copyright 2024 NPR
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