Sen. John Thune Elected Senate Majority Leader, Defeating Trump Ally

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Republicans elected Sen. John Thune as the Senate majority leader in a closed-door ballot on Wednesday. Thune is a close ally of outgoing leader Sen. Mitch McConnell. Thune's victory cements GOP leadership as Republicans prepare to take Senate control in January. President-elect Donald Trump remained neutral in the race, though his allies endorsed Scott. Thune expressed gratitude for his colleagues' support and commitment to Trump’s agenda.