Republicans choose John Thune as next Senate majority leader

Senate Republicans have chosen Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., as the next party leader, launching a new era for the GOP after nearly two decades with Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., leading the party in the Senate.

Republicans choose John Thune as next Senate majority leader
Senate Republicans have elected Sen. John Thune, R-SD, as the next GOP leader in the chamber.

Senate Republicans have chosen Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., as the next party leader, launching a new era for the GOP after nearly two decades with Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., leading the party in the Senate.

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