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The Latest Breaking News from Mitch McConnell

What is the confirmation process for Cabinet picks — and what are ‘recess appointments’?

Eric Garcia details how Trump has previously hinted at using a never-used constitutional power. Would it be enough to get Matt Gaetz or Pete Hegseth through?

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Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Trump’s party full control of Washington

GOP now holds White House and has a majority in House and US Senate

The Independent UK

Thune wins Senate GOP leadership fight

Thune, the current GOP whip, overcame his predecessor John Cornyn and a MAGA-backed challenge by Rick Scott

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Ted Cruz Snubbed Fellow Texas Senator Cornyn in Majority Leadership Vote to Back Rick Scott; They Both Lost

John Thune will be the next Senate Majority Leader

Latin Times

Senate Republicans elect John Thune as next majority leader

South Dakota senator who serves as the minority whip will replace Mitch McConnell in January

The Guardian - US

Republicans pick John Thune to be Senate majority leader - here’s what that means for Trump’s agenda

The Senate minority whip from South Dakota will succeed Mitch McConnell as the head of Republicans in the chamber

The Independent UK

Senate Republicans To Elect New Leadership For 119Th Congress

Senate Republicans to elect key leadership positions in secret ballot elections for the upcoming Congress. Candidates include Thune, Cornyn, and Scott.

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Mitch Mcconnell Arrives At Capitol Ahead Of Leadership Election

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's absence as a candidate signals a significant shift in GOP leadership.

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John Cornyn loses longtime bid to be next Senate majority leader to John Thune

Cornyn has for years signaled he wanted to succeed his close ally GOP leader Mitch McConnell. He lost in a vote decided by the Republican members of the Senate.

The Texas Tribune

Thune elected to replace McConnell as next Senate GOP leader - Roll Call

Sen. John Thune of South Dakota was elected the next Senate GOP leader, and will become the Senate majority leader in January.

Roll Call

Rick Scott Wants To Get Donald Trump's Backing As He Seeks To Become Senate Majority Leader

John Cornyn (R-TX) and John Thune (R-SD) are the two other senators competing against Scott for the position

Latin Times

GOP Senators To Elect New Leader After 18 Years

GOP senators to elect new leader, marking the end of McConnell's era. Nominating speeches will set the stage for a new chapter in the party's leadership.

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A dog’s congressional life: Babydog to Dakota, Deco to Splash and more - Roll Call

The Senate has long been a dog-friendly workplace. Here are a few of the headliners, both inside and outside the halls of the Capitol.

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Senate GOP Leadership Race: Thune, Cornyn, Scott Vie For Position

Three GOP senators compete for Senate Republican leadership post in a closely watched election with implications for the party's future direction.

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Tammy Duckworth criticizes choice of Pete Hegseth as defence secretary – as it happened

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Senate Republicans To Choose New Leader Amid Trump Influence

Republican senators are set to choose a new leader behind closed doors, impacting Senate dynamics with Trump's return.

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Mitch Mcconnell Celebrates Republican Victories In Senate Remarks

Mitch McConnell celebrates Republican victories and emphasizes the need for continued action on key issues in Congress.

The Texas Tribune

John Cornyn spent years preparing to run for Senate majority leader. Will it be enough?

John Cornyn is running to succeed Mitch McConnell after years waiting in his shadow. But the far-right, in Texas and Washington, are putting up a fight.

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Thune Makes Pitch To Replace Mcconnell As GOP Leader

Senate Minority Whip John Thune positioned as a key contender to replace Mitch McConnell as GOP leader, emphasizing collaboration with the current administ...

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GOP considers handing Trump a path around Senate confirmations - Roll Call

Leadership hopefuls have flirted with giving President-elect Donald Trump power to avoid the confirmation process for his Cabinet nominees.

The Guardian - US

Trump ducked criminal charges – right into the most powerful office in the world

In evading legal consequences for his actions, Trump was handed a chillingly simple strategy: just run for president again

Roll Call

Senate, House Republicans gear up for internal elections this week - Roll Call

Contests for Senate majority leader and House Republican conference chair headline GOP leadership elections on Capitol Hill this week.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk and RFK Jr push far-right Rick Scott for senate majority leader

Rick Scott, a former two-term governor of Florida who won his first race for Senate in 2018, is considered one of the most right-wing members of the upper chamber

The Independent UK

Who’s in the running to become the next Republican Senate leader?

Senators Rick Scott of Florida, John Cornyn of Texas, and John Thune of South Dakota are all vying for the top position

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Tucker Carlson angrily accuses Senate Republicans of plotting ‘coup’ against Trump

‘Two of the three candidates hate Trump and what he ran on,’ the former Fox anchor claims

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