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Republicans brace for Mitch McConnell succession fight with Senate won

Three contenders are jockeying to succeed Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) as GOP leader: Minority Whip John Thune of South Dakota, John Cornyn of Texas and Rick Scott of Florida. The leadership vote is slated to take place Nov. 13.

YAHOO!News · 20h

Mitch McConnell On Republican Senate Control: 'The Filibuster Will Stand'

The outgoing Republican leader suggested the Senate GOP would reject any push by Trump to change Senate rules.

Hosted on MSN · 2d

'What a disgrace': Trump taunts McConnell's endorsement as GOP Senate leader race looms

Former President Trump taunted Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., during a rally in Kinston, North Carolina, on Sunday, calling him a "disgrace," despite receiving his endorsement for president in 2024. "Hopefully we get rid of Mitch McConnell ...

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FOX News on MSN · 22h

Mitch McConnell sings Trump campaign praises: 'Sharper operation this time'

Ky., congratulated President-elect Trump and the leaders of his campaign for wins they were able to deliver on election night.

USA Today · 19h

Mitch McConnell praises Donald Trump campaign on historic win

"It's certainly a happy day for the GOP," said Mitch McConnell, who criticized Donald Trump in his recent biography.

The Baltimore Sun · 14h

Mitch McConnell applauds Trump victory: ‘They ran a spectacular race’

Trump picked up major wins in several key swing states, including Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Michigan. Projections from the election also show Republicans are primed to take control of the Senate. Speaking to reporters,

Rick Scott, United States Senate and GOP

The Washington Post · 1d

Florida Sen. Rick Scott seeks reelection with an eye toward top GOP leadership post

Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott is hoping a reelection victory could position him for a Senate leadership role

USA Today · 5h

Fresh off reelection win, Scott now aiming to be US Senate's GOP leader in tough race

Fresh off a runaway reelection win, Florida U.S. Sen. Rick Scott is now aimed at becoming the next majority leader in a U.S. Senate where Republicans have regained control. Scott earlier this year announced he was entering the high-stakes race to lead the Republican caucus after now-Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced he was stepping down from the post.

Washington Examiner · 22h

Rick Scott boosts Senate leadership dreams after reelection win

Fla., arrives with his wife Ann, at a campaign watch party on election night Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in Bonita Springs, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) is using his decisive reelection victory Tuesday evening to boost his dreams to succeed Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY).

The Hill on MSN1h

Battle to replace McConnell as Senate GOP leader heats up in final sprint

The temperature is rising in the battle to lead Senate Republicans, with Sens. John Thune (S.D.) and John Cornyn (Texas) ...

Boston.com on MSN22h

‘Hell of a good day': Mitch McConnell reacts to 2024 election results

Republicans have taken control of the U.S. Senate and are fighting to keep their majority in the U.S. House, which would ...

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Mitch McConnell Takes a Victory Lap

A beaming Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R., Ky.) called Election Day “a helluva good day” and congratulated ...

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Sen. Mitch McConnell credits Republicans’ election success in the Senate to ‘candidate quality’

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell met with reporters Wednesday to talk about Donald Trump's election victory and ...

Newsweek on MSN11h

Who Will Be New Senate Majority Leader? Full List of Candidates

The new GOP majority will be tasked with selecting a caucus leader after being sworn in on January 3. The current minority leader, Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell, announced earlier this year that he ...

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Democrat Jacky Rosen projected to hold US Senate seat in Nevada

Democrat Jacky Rosen is projected to hold her U.S. Senate seat in Nevada. Republicans will still have a majority in 2025.

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McConnell takes victory lap after GOP Senate takeover: ‘We had the best candidates’

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) credited Republicans’ election night wins on “candidate quality” after they not ...

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'Certainly a happy day for the GOP.' Mitch McConnell celebrates Republican wins

"Certainly a happy day for the GOP." Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell celebrated widespread Republican wins.

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