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John Thune to continue leading Senate Republicans in next Congress
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - South Dakota U.S. Sen. John Thune will continue leading Senate Republicans in the next Congress after being reelected by his colleagues.
The vote keeps Thune as leader of the Senate Republican Conference for the 120th Congress, maintaining his position among the chamber’s top leaders as lawmakers prepare for the next session.
In a statement after the vote, Thune thanked fellow Republicans for their support and said he was honored to have their continued confidence.
“I appreciated the opportunity to have an open, honest, and transparent conversation with my colleagues today, and I am honored to have their continued trust and support to lead the Senate Republican Conference in the 120th Congress,” Thune said.
Thune said Republicans will focus on advancing conservative priorities, working with President Donald Trump and House Republicans, and opposing Democratic policy proposals.
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