South Dakota Sen. John Thune Elected As New Senate GOP Leader, Succeeding Mitch McConnell

Nov 13, 2024

Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) has been elected as the new leader of Senate Republicans, succeeding Mitch McConnell, who held the position for 18 years, according to sources present at the closed-door vote. Thune’s election marks a significant shift in GOP leadership, positioning the South Dakota… South Dakota Sen. John Thune Elected As New Senate GOP Leader, Succeeding Mitch McConnell