Senate Minority Whip John Thune is emerging as a strong candidate to replace Mitch McConnell as the Republican leader of the Senate, with endorsements from Senators Mullin and Rounds on Sunday shows. While Thune has not formally announced his candidacy, his potential bid is gaining traction among GOP colleagues, with at least two endorsements. Senator Mike Rounds emphasized the need for McConnell's successor to work effectively with the president, including Donald Trump, while maintaining independence. The support for Thune underscores the GOP's search for leadership that can navigate the complexities of party dynamics and external political pressures.
Sen. John Thune picks up two endorsements to replace McConnell as GOP leader https://t.co/EvTTb8ZvGI https://t.co/aiMr5INbjj
Senate Minority Whip John Thune has picked up two endorsements from his GOP colleagues to be the upper chamber's next Republican leader https://t.co/s746tagvwP https://t.co/slAYrHIreL
Sen. Mike Rounds said he backs Sen. John Thune to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell as the chamber's party leader, as it is important to have "someone who will work with a president but also will stand his own ground." https://t.co/RmGtM3cqBl https://t.co/QnzkaZRH4z
Senate Minority Whip John Thune of South Dakota was endorsed to become the chamber's next Republican leader on Sunday by two of his colleagues. https://t.co/j3TOLaC85u
Sen. John Thune picks up two endorsements to replace McConnell as GOP leader https://t.co/sq0RbSEWIs
Senate Minority Whip John Thune has picked up the support of at least two of his GOP colleagues, as he holds conversations about becoming the Senate’s next Republican leader. https://t.co/q1VktEb1qO https://t.co/S1gOUwF1wB
Sen. Mike Rounds called on Mitch McConnell's successor to remain steadfast in the wake of potential opposition from former President Trump. "I want someone who will work with a president, but who also will stand his own ground," he said. https://t.co/5LltaYc8vq https://t.co/1bx1Hb2Afh
Mitch McConnell's successor as Republican leader of the Senate must be able to both work with the next president, including Donald Trump, and "stand his own ground," Sen. Mike Rounds said on "This Week." https://t.co/P6HLK9m9KC
Senators Mullin and Rounds both promoting Republican Whip John Thune for GOP Senate Leader on Sunday shows. Thune hasn’t formally announced his expected bid to succeed McConnell yet.
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