But as one Senate Republican put it, the potential competition between the two sets up a really difficult choice for the conference. But in the immediate term, Trump has laid off Thune even after the senator announced his reelection run. In a statement posted to Twitter, Thune said he is uniquely positioned to serve South Dakota and be a strong and effective senator who can deliver the results they expect.. Hes not impulsive from anyway that I can tell, except on a basketball court, Cramer said of his fellow Dakotan. Both Sens. or redistributed. But despite Trumps previous anger, Thune appears likely to win reelection and has $14,839,846.75 cash on hand in his campaign account as of the last fundraising quarter. While many Republican senators share McConnells view, others do not and are frustrated with the GOP leader for condemning the former President in harsh terms, arguing his comments have put them in a complicated position. Those term limits, however, do not apply to the top leader. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. For now, two candidates announcing their opposition to the Senate GOP leader doesn't have much of an impact on the partisan landscape. Republican senators are trying to stay out of the fray between former President Donald Trump and their leader, Sen. Mitch McConnell. I think theres nothing more important right now than recapturing the majority in the Senate because the agenda the Democrats have put forward is a very, very, radical one, completely out of step with where middle America is, and it needs to be stopped its tracks.". ", And the senator noted that "my wife is a trooper and believes in what we do, and we came to the conclusion it was the right thing to give the people of South Dakota an opportunity to let us keep going.". Thanks to the filibuster a 60-vote threshold senators must meet to advance most bills Democrats need support from several Republicans, at least, to pass plenty of proposals. Asked if hell be crisscrossing the country this year, helping fellow Republicans in Senate elections, Thune said "if its helpful. But don't be surprised if the former president tries to secure related commitments from other candidates, which might start to make a difference in 2022. And with the former president weakened, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, no fan of Trump himself, is among the top Republicans exhorting Romney to seek another six-year term in 2024. nears the finish line on new track at Freedom Field, Amazon's Daisy Jones & the Six Is the Latest in a Long Line of Embarrassing Portraits of Musical Genius. Its a unique sort of a race because you know who the voters are, and its not really influenced by outside influences. Sens. Murkowski is the lone GOP senator up for reelection who voted to convict Trump something she has defended since joining six of her GOP colleagues and 50 Senate Democrats to find the former President guilty of inciting the Capitol insurrection. John Thune of South Dakota serves as the No. The gender pay gap has stayed largely unchanged for 20 years. Hes a deliberate person. He shared that being in the nations capital and far from his home state 35-40 weeks a year "presents challenges from a family standpoint, personal standpoint.". So Im convinced that if I run, I win. Tuberville said he thinks McConnell as compiled a good record over the past year and doesn't know of anyone looking to usurp his leadership. Murkowski herself may face punishment herself when the state party meets March 13, where it is expected to discuss her vote to convict Trump and debate any GOP effort to censure her. "I think he does a good job," he said. THE SIX BIGGEST CAMPAIGN QUESTIONS OF 2022, Thune noted that "the overall political landscape, political environment, that youre in" weighed on his electoral decision and acknowledged that Trumps continued dominance within the GOP "plays into the things that were going to be able to do around here is certainly a factor. I hope by the time Mitt really gets into full swing on the campaign, were not talking about the influence of Donald Trump, said Murkowski, who is encouraging Romney to run again. He understands the variety of personalities that he needs to deal with, Collins said. Former Missouri Gov. McConnell said in an interview that hes absolutely willing to do the same for Romney, and is pushing his colleague for another bid. are also viewed as jockeying for the top spot. Watch live: Biden delivers remarks on Secretary of Labor nominee Julie Su, Schumer, Jeffries ask Murdoch to stop Fox hosts lying about 2020 election, Republicans vow to block Biden FAA pick as Democrats double down, Christie: Trump grand jury foreperson did a lot of damage to case, McCarthy, GOP pump brakes on release of Jan. 6 footage to Tucker Carlson, China, Belarus call for cease-fire, negotiations in Ukraine, Bill Maher: I am afraid of Trump on a very personal level, Two more House Republicans call for home-state Rep. Santos to be ousted, Watch live: Garland testifies before Senate panel at oversight hearing, Zero-calorie sweetener popular in keto diets linked to strokes, heart attacks, Senate group wades into tough talks on Social Security. Theres a very simple answer: Yes. The South Dakota senator highlighted the Republican victories, suggesting they are a 'repudiation' of the Democrats' big-government approach. But some Republicans have raised questions about whether he can effectively serve as leader while his relationship with the former president remains strained. And timing could be everything: Thune is subject to the same six-year term limits as whip that rotated Cornyn out of the spot. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) talks with Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) outside the U.S. Capitol, Aug. 4, 2022. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell joined at left by Minority Whip John Thune, speaks to reporters after a Republican strategy meeting at the Capitol in Washington, Oct. 19, 2021. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) Sen. John Thune (S.D. The longtime party leader fended off a challenge from Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), a Trump ally who led a conservative effort to unseat him. Senate.". listens to Minority Leader Mitch McConnell talk to reporters. Hes wonderful to work with. The two have not only written laws together, but also spoofed Ted Lasso for Halloween. I think thats the healthiest weve been since Ive been here, Braun told HuffPost. Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content. The 61-year-old once mulled running for president but has committed himself to the Senate after passing on national ambitions. President Trump is well liked up here, Clary said. McConnell was elected to a seventh Senate term in 2020 by a nearly 20-point margin over Democrat Amy McGrath and won't be up for reelection until 2026. Scott was a curious choice for taking on McConnell. They may be surprised. "In the end it came down to this is where you can make a difference and I cant think of a more important time right now to be in the arena," he explained. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Thune, who as minority whip is the No. I have not heard anybody say anything negative, he added. Paul Steinhauser is a politics reporter based in New Hampshire. The great thing for us is, you have a couple of really exceptional individuals that can step up if McConnell decides to step out.. "Potential prospects down the road was a factor as we weighed the question of whether or not to seek another six-year term.". Sen. John Thune (S.D. McConnell has long stressed electability as the most important trait for his candidates. So Im not in any way offended by having an opponent or having a few votes in opposition.. The question confronting Senate Republicans now is: Which John? This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Sometimes in this current political environment, it can be a mixed blessing to have a member of the Republican leadership in the Senate come out in circumstances. Senate Democrats can keep approving President Joe Biden's nominees to the federal judiciary even without any Republican colleagues' support, for example, because those nominations can advance with just 51 votes. But before he starts preparing to change offices, it's worth noting that some of the Republicans running for the Senate next year say they have no intention of supporting McConnell in 2023. Hopefully we get the majority back and at some point nobody knows when exactly that might be in the future there probably will be some opportunities. Its really more of a matter of relationships and trust.. But in another respect, Romneys just like any politician: He wants to win. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell joined at left by Minority Whip John Thune, speaks to reporters after a Republican strategy meeting at the Capitol in Washington, Oct. 19, 2021. Environmental justice investors: Its the demand-side, stupid! The other GOP senators who did not respond: Sens. It was unclear what the outcome of the Nov. 8 election would mean for control of the Senate for several days as the vote tallies of close races across the country were counted. No one understands the Senate better than he does, Sen. John Thune, the No. Sen. Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Wednesday easily won reelection as Senate GOP leader, fending off a conservative challenge led by Sen. Rick Scott (Fla.). The final vote was 37-10, with one Republican voting present. The Trump Archive launched in January 2017. Former President Trump speaks at a rally on Sept. 25, 2021, in Perry, Georgia. But its a clear sign that Republicans are eager to avoid being caught in the middle of a divisive fight over Trumps role in the party after McConnell accused Trump of a disgraceful dereliction of duty and being responsible for the deadly January 6 riot, despite the GOP leaders vote to acquit Trump on the contention that trying a former president is unconstitutional. John Thune presents a great image for our party. ", But he asked and answered his own question, saying, "Was his potential influence in my race a factor? She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images. And McConnell is willing to put money behind it. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images. McConnell, 80, had the support of 37 senators, while Scott got 10 votes and one senator voted present, CNN reported, citing two members of the GOP conference. Roy Blunt (R-Mo. Two recent filibuster exceptions expose lie of filibuster as insurmountable hurdle, determined to oust him from his leadership post, Why Mark Meadows' use of personal email accounts matters, The scope of Trumps failed Iran policy comes into sharper focus. The gender pay gap has stayed largely unchanged for 20 years. "It's kind of like being a head coach in football, people look at sometimes the outward statements. With the state attorney general among the conservatives eyeing a challenge, Utahs voters are near evenly split over whether Romney should run again yet a Romney reelection is important to McConnell to demonstrate the partys appeal goes beyond Trump, even as the former presidents critics vanish from the congressional GOP. IE 11 is not supported. Voters in Kentucky elected one member to the U.S. Senate in the general election on November 8, 2022. Sen. Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Wednesday easily won reelection as Senate GOP leader, fending off a His clout isn't as strong as it was when he was majority leader, but it's still consequential, including when it comes to delivering government funds to Kentucky. Follow her on Twitter: @morganwatkins26. "She is done with it," he said. And, what can be accomplished?. Yet if theres a favorite McConnell heir, no one is saying. U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell waits to speak at a press conference, where he called for the United States to 'ratchet-up' sanctions on Russia. Thune and Cornyn are best-positioned to become the next Senate GOP leader but Barrasso is in the mix too. What that means, Chicago Mayor Lightfoot ousted; Vallas, Johnson in runoff, King asks Duke and Duchess of Sussex to move out of Frogmore so Prince Andrew can move in, Biden Mocks Marjorie Taylor Greene With 1 Simple Hand Gesture, A Nebraska high-school cheerleader competed on her own after the rest of her squad quit. Mitt Romney said he needs to see how that feels in the coming months as he considers whether to test his brand of politics one more time. And Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who's willing to put money behind it, is among the top Republicans urging the Utahn to seek another term. ), the No. HuffPost's top politics stories, straight to your inbox. NBC News reported late yesterday: A Republican running with former President Donald Trump's support to unseat Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, said Monday that she would not vote for Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., for another term as the Senate's GOP leader. "When I defeat Murkowski and become Alaska's next U.S. senator, I will not support Mitch McConnell as leader," [Kelly Tshibaka said in a written statement]. 2 Senate Republican leader. "As long as he is in the Senate, he's going to want to be the leader, in the minority or the majority," Braun said. This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Mitch McConnell won't become Senate majority leader. Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) The remarks sparked Trumps ire and the former president fired back that Thune was Mitchs boy. Trump tried toconvince South Dakota Gov. I don't expect that to be me," he noted, adding that it's "certainly not on my radar screen at the moment.". McConnell is poised to become the Senates longest-serving leader when the new Congress convenes next year. When he had that job from January 2015 through January 2021, McConnell used that power to block bills. GOP Sen. Tim Scotts office referred CNN to a recent Fox radio interview where the South Carolinian noted his support for the leader. (AP Photo/J. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), a Trump ally and former college football coach, said McConnells doing a good job, shrugging off the former presidents scathing criticism of the leader. Since his election in 2018, Romneys put an indelible stamp on the Senate. Mitch McConnell wont become Senate majority leader again. What that means for his power Mitch McConnell wont become Senate majority leader again. What that means for his power U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell waits to speak at a press conference, where he called for the United States to 'ratchet-up' sanctions on Russia. Feb. 24, 2022 Their lack of response doesnt mean that McConnell is at risk of losing his spot atop the Senate GOP Conference, a position hes enjoyed longer than any other Republican senator in history. McConnell, meanwhile, has clashed with the former president, who in turn has responded by calling for McConnells impeachment. But Noem dismissed any bid for Senate and is running for reelection as governor. But McConnell, who will turn 80 in February, made clear on Tuesday that he doesnt plan to step down from the Senate Republican leaders job anytime soon, despite Trumps pressure. Romneys ultimate decision on reelection will say far more about the state of the Republican Party than any other safe red seat. Plus, McConnell remains one of Congress'top four leaders. Breaking News The senator predicted that Trump's baseless challenge of the results in Congress would go down like "a shot dog." The South Dakotan usually sides with his leadership but broke with McConnell and voted against the bipartisan infrastructure bill this fall. Link Copied! Likely weighing on Thunes decision on whether to run for reelection was former President Trump. Daily News Update Scott Applewhite), Thune, in an interview Tuesday with Fox News, said that "the possibility perhaps of other leadership opportunities down the road" impacted his 2022 decision. The GOP and McConnell hoped to flip the Senate in November's election, but that didn't happen. Republican senators say none of McConnell's possible heirs apparent - neither Thune nor Senate Republican Conference Chairman John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, who served six years as GOP whip, and Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming, the current number-three Senate Republican leader, are also seen as potential contenders. He has consistently avoided answering questions about his relationship with Trump by saying he's focused on fighting President Biden's multi-trillion-dollar agenda in Congress and helping Republicans win back the Senate majority in 2022. Though Mitch McConnell has revealed about backing Trump for the 2024 presidential election, he has not confirmed about his re-election in 2022. Mitch McConnell is a U.S. Senate Republican Leader. It was the most uncharacteristic move for McConnell, said one GOP source close to the Senate Republican leader. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), who chairs the Senate GOP campaign arm, quickly formally endorsed Thune on Saturday, saying in a statement that South Dakotans are lucky to have a conservative fighter like John Thune working for them in the Senate.. Ive always promised that I would do the work, even when it was hard, uncomfortable, or unpopular, Thune said in the statement. With polls showing the wind at Republicans' backs, and with Democrats holding onto barely existent majorities in both chambers on Capitol Hill, folks like Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell have reason to be optimistic about the 2022 midterms. Im running for the US Senate to stand up for you, just like when I stood next to President Trump and supported his American First agenda, said Jane Timken, the former chair of the Ohio Republican Party who announced Thursday she would seek the states open Senate seat in 2022. Incoming National Republican Senatorial Committee Chair Steve Daines (R-Mont.) If youre going to assess blame for election losses, I dont know how you trade in the leader for the chairman of the NRSC, Cramer mused to reporters on Tuesday. | Two Trump-backed Senate candidates have said they won't support Mitch McConnell for majority leader, which has the potential to make a real difference. The Senate is currently split 50-50 between the two major parties, but Democrats hold a razor-thin majority due to the tie-breaking vote of Vice President Kamala Harris through her constitutional duty as president of the chamber. Eric Greitens, another Republican Senate hopeful in 2022, also said a few months ago that he wouldn't support McConnell, either. nor former Senate Republican Whip John Cornyn (R-Texas) - appear to be actively jockeying to replace McConnell. The Utahn was the first senator in history to vote to remove a president of the same party from office, in Trumps first impeachment trial. "We work hard in South Dakota, connect with the people in our state and always put their interest first, and I think they appreciate that. CNN contacted the 16 Senate Republicans up for reelection in 2022 on Thursday about whether they still back McConnell and just three responded. Thune and Cornyn arent asking for anyones support, and both say they theyll support McConnell as long as the Kentuckian is in office. McConnell says he will do everything possible to ensure Romney succeeds. Part of HuffPost Politics. Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) From Politico: Utahs voters are near evenly split over whether Romney should run again yet a Romney reelection is important to McConnell to demonstrate the partys appeal goes beyond Trump, even as the former presidents critics vanish from the congressional GOP. It validates him as leader in a really big way. His negotiating partner and friend Sinema raved over Romney as he makes up his mind: I do like Mitt Romney so much. WebThe Trump Archive collects TV news shows containing debates, speeches, rallies, and other broadcasts related to Donald Trump, before, during and after his presidency. 2-ranking Republican in the Senate, announced on Saturday that he would seek another six-year term in the Senate in order to deliver for South Dakota, emphasizing that he's "uniquely positioned to get that job done. And it frightened independent and moderate Republican voters, McConnell said of the midterm election losses on Tuesday. 2022 MIDTERMS: WILL A RED WAVE OVERCOME A BLUE WALL? Heres how. Thune briefly considered a run for the 2012 GOP presidential nomination before deciding not to launch a campaign. But Cornyn, 69, brings his own formidable resume: He ran the National Republican Senatorial Committee for two cycles, served as whip for six years and is still a McConnell confidante at the leaders table of advisers. Sen. 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Still, even with McConnells term not over until 2026, Republicans know that things can always change and change quickly. "I'm going to be running again for leader later this year," he told reporters Tuesday when asked how long he plans to hold onto his job. Many of Mitt Romneys fellow senators assume his willingness to break from his party and Donald Trump means hes planning for only one term. But theyare feeling increasingly confident about their chances of winning back the Senate, where they only need a net pickup of one seat to get the majority. In fact, McConnell noted in a January 2021 interview that he'd "still be one of the Big Four," saying: "When you end up in a big negotiation at the end of the year, each of the four of us have a veto power over what goes in and what doesn't.". Both senators said their most important election right now is this November, when they have a real shot at taking back the majority. Hes served on diverse committees. The longer answer is: Definitely yes. ), who backed Scott, gave McConnell credit for acknowledging the concerns raised about his leadership style. GOP senators say they dont know of any Republican senator who plans to challenge McConnell for the top Republican leadership slot in the Senate despite his rocky relationship with Trump, who remains popular with Republican base voters. He likes winners and John Thune is a winner, Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) told The New York Times. Hes been a really important part of our conference. Romney said he needs to see how that feels in the coming months as he considers whether to test his brand of politics one more time. Republicans are defending 20 seats during the 2022 midterm elections, including five open seats where Sens. Sen. John Thune questions U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai as she testifies before the Senate Finance Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, May 12, 2021. Thune rose quickly through the ranks in the chamber and has held multiple leadership posts. He has Several GOP senators have decided to exit this cycle. Im really pleasantly surprised that this was not a lot of sitting around and wringing hands. The conference members then voted for McConnell to lead them again, which will make him the longest-serving Senate party leader when the new Congress convenes in January. What's more, there have been similar intra-party disputes in Democratic politics that didn't amount to much: Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema, for example, said she wouldn't support New York's Chuck Schumer for Democratic leader, which proved inconsequential when he ran unopposed. Sen. John Thune questions U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai as she testifies before the Senate Finance Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, May 12, 2021. Trump successfully chilled FBI from being willing to investigate anything related to him: Peter Strzok. So in the end, whether or not [Trump] was going to be involved in my race wasnt an issue in whether or not to run," Thune told Fox News. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Yet Murkowski points Romney down the path to running and winning as an anti-Trump Republican, for reasons beyond her backing from McConnell. Anybody who wants to run for it can feel free to do so. THE HILL 1625 K STREET, NW SUITE 900 WASHINGTON DC 20006 | 202-628-8500 TEL | 202-628-8503 FAX. Samuel Corum/Getty Images He's also the bestselling author of "The Impostors: How Republicans Quit Governing and Seized American Politics.". 2 Senate Republican who faces voters in South Dakota next year, told CNN in a statement. Theres no sign McConnell would give a Reid-style boost to either Cornyn or Thune, though he publicly encouraged Thune to run again. And I think his running for reelection would be very important, McConnell said. Could a White House race be in his political future? 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