BREAKING: Well-known Trump critic Sen. John Thune of South Dakota chosen as new Senate Majority leader, winning 29 votes. Same old, tired faces making the same old, tired moves. Instead of a leader who’ll actually put America First, we get a career politician who’s spent more time criticizing Trump than standing up to the real problems in D.C. Another victory for the swamp, zero gains for the people.
This is what the Deep State considers a leader. Someone who detests freedom, hates MAGA and hates Trump…
Senator John Thune has won the Senate Majority Leader position, winning 29 votes. Thune is a known Trump critic who previously said he wishes he had a different option than Trump. Thune: “I’m hoping we get other options [than Trump].” “People are going to have to decide whether they want to deal with all the [Trump] drama.” “If you look at the record, in 2018, 2020, and 2022, when he’s the issue, we lose. And so I would rather have the issue be Biden and his policies. And I think the way that you do that is you get a different nominee, which is why I endorsed somebody else.”
BREAKING: Senator John Thune has won the Senate Majority Leader position, winning 29 votes.
Thune is a known Trump critic who previously said he wishes he had a different option than Trump.
Thune: “I’m hoping we get other options [than Trump].”
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— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) November 13, 2024
- Election to Leadership: On November 13, 2024, Senator John Thune of South Dakota was elected by his Republican peers to serve as the next Senate Majority Leader, succeeding Mitch McConnell. AP News
- Defeating Rivals: Thune secured the leadership position after a competitive race, defeating Texas Senator John Cornyn and Florida Senator Rick Scott in a secret-ballot vote. Business Insider
- Vote Breakdown: In the final round of voting, Thune received 29 votes, while Cornyn garnered 24. Scott was eliminated in the first round after receiving 13 votes. New York Post
- Background: Thune has served as the senior U.S. Senator from South Dakota since 2005 and has been the Republican Whip since 2019. Wikipedia
- Leadership Transition: Mitch McConnell, who held the position for a record 18 years, announced his resignation from the leadership role earlier this year, citing age and health concerns. People
NEW SENATE MAJORITY LEADER: JOHN THUNE. @CharlieKirk1 discussing the breaking news on the new Senate majority leader but he warns Thune: “you have a short window to show us you support President Trump.”
NEW SENATE MAJORITY LEADER: JOHN THUNE. @CharlieKirk11 discussing the breaking news on the new Senate majority leader but he warns Thune: “you have a short window to show us you support President Trump.” pic.twitter.com/8obSbOCFsg
— Real America’s Voice (RAV) (@RealAmVoice) November 13, 2024
- Party Dynamics: Thune’s election is seen as a move by Senate Republicans to balance traditional conservative values with the evolving dynamics of the party, especially in the context of former President Donald Trump’s influence. Financial Times
- Trump’s Stance: Despite past criticisms from Trump, Thune has expressed a commitment to supporting the former president’s agenda, indicating a potential alignment in the upcoming legislative session.
- Policy Focus: As Majority Leader, Thune is expected to prioritize advancing conservative policies, including tax reforms and judicial appointments, aligning with the broader Republican agenda.
- Senate Majority: Republicans will hold a 53-47 majority in the Senate starting January, providing Thune with a comfortable margin to advance legislative initiatives.
- Historical Context: Thune’s rise to Majority Leader marks the first time since 2006 that a non-McConnell Republican has held the position, signaling a significant leadership change within the party.
- Political Experience: Before his tenure in the Senate, Thune served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1997 to 2003, bringing extensive legislative experience to his new role.
- Committee Roles: Throughout his Senate career, Thune has held various leadership positions, including Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, showcasing his expertise in key policy areas.
- Bipartisan Relations: Known for his collegial approach, Thune has a history of working across the aisle, which may influence his leadership style and legislative strategy.
- Public Statements: In his victory speech, Thune emphasized unity within the Republican Party and a commitment to advancing a conservative agenda in collaboration with President-elect Trump.
- Future Outlook: Thune’s leadership is anticipated to shape the Senate’s legislative direction significantly, impacting key policy areas such as healthcare, immigration, and national security in the coming years.
John Thune is on the wrong side of most all the important pieces of legislation. He’s more democrat than he is Republican.
- Never-Trumper John Thune has been elected Senate Majority Leader. The people wanted Rick Scott. We are off to a bad start when current elected Republicans feel that they still do not have to listen to the will of the people. Shameful!
John Thune hates President Trump’s guts. Any Republican who votes for him to be Senate Majority Leader is a traitor to America.
