John Thune Re-elected Republican Leader
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Though a small group of Republican senators opposed Thune's re-election campaign, the four-term incumbent prevailed on Tuesday and will be the Senate minority leader come January.
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Most notably, Thune has rebuffed calls to eliminate the filibuster, which requires a steep 60-vote threshold to pass major legislation, including Trump’s signature SAVE America Act.
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) is leading an effort to postpone next week’s scheduled elections for the Senate GOP leadership team after the party’s bruising midterm elections performance.
“Republicans are ready and willing to work with our Democrat colleagues, but that does not mean rubber-stamping a leftist agenda,” Thune said.
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Senate Republicans re-elected their entire leadership team during a closed-door meeting for the next session of Congress. Sen. John Thune will continue as leader after giving a heartfelt speech to his colleagues. The decision came following some senators' push for discussions about the party's direction amid a Democratic majority in the upcoming Congress.
Senate Republicans re-elect entire leadership team for next session of Congress →10 articles from Just the News on this storyJohn Thune was reelected as Senate Republican leader despite attempts by some conservatives to delay the vote. The election took place via a closed-door, secret ballot on Tuesday among Republicans who will form the minority party next year following their losses in recent midterm elections. Conservatives had pushed for more time to consider the results before voting.
Thune reelected as Senate GOP leader after failed push to delay vote →5 articles from Washington Examiner on this storyToday, Senate Republicans voted to proceed with leadership elections despite requests from some members for delays. The election resulted in the reelection of John Thune as Republican leader, ensuring continuity of leadership in the next Congress. Ron Johnson, one of the leaders pushing for delays, protested the vote but clarified that his objection was not directed at Thune personally. Johnson emphasized the need…
Senate Republicans defeat push for delays, reelect Thune leader →3 articles from Semafor on this storySenate Majority Leader John Thune retained his position despite calls for change from some Republican senators following their midterm losses. Senators like Ron Johnson and Rick Scott pushed for leadership changes but did not offer alternatives to Thune, who secured another term in secret balloting. The article highlights the lack of a clear strategy moving forward and dissatisfaction among Republicans over their…
Senate GOP rebellion fizzles as Thune keeps power despite historic midterm massacre →3 articles from Fox News on this storyOn Tuesday, Senate Republicans elected John Thune as their leader for another two-year term despite significant midterm losses that saw Democrats gain at least seven Senate seats. Behind closed doors in the Old Senate Chamber, Republican senators voted to keep Thune in his position, with some conservatives, including Senator Ron Johnson, pushing unsuccessfully to delay the vote and discuss changes after the election…
Thune wins reelection as Senate GOP leader after midterms losses →2 articles from CBS News on this storySenate Republicans are experiencing internal conflict over when to elect their new party leadership, with at least six senators opposing a vote this week. Indiana Senator Jim Banks has joined others like Ron Johnson and Mike Lee in delaying the reappointment of John Thune as Senate GOP Leader, citing the need for more time.
Editor Daily Rundown: Senate Republicans Rally To Freeze GOP Leadership Vote →2 articles from Daily Caller on this storyShow 7 more outlets
One week after significant election losses, Republicans in Congress are set to choose their new leaders as they transition into the minority party. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is expected to become the minority leader without challenge, while House Republicans face a closer race between Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan for the position of minority leader. The leadership elections will occur shortly after…
A week after huge election losses, Republicans to choose their leaders in Congress →Senate Republicans re-elected John Thune as their conference leader for another two-year term following a contentious meeting on Tuesday. The decision came after the party lost at least seven seats in last week’s midterm elections, leaving them with no more than 46 seats when the new Congress starts in January. During the meeting, some senators like Rand Paul voiced dissent, while others, such as Jim Justice, argued…
Senate Republicans re-elect John Thune as leader after midterm shellacking →Republican Senator John Thune has retained his position as leader of the Senate Republican caucus despite significant opposition from within his party following their loss in the midterms. Disgruntled colleagues like Rick Scott and Ashley Moody criticized Thune for not pushing harder to pass legislation before Democrats took control, while others like Dave McCormick argued for delaying leadership elections to…
John Thune shrugs off furious GOP revolt to stay on as Republican leader after red state Senate slaughter →Senate Republicans voted on Tuesday to retain John Thune as their minority leader despite significant electoral losses in the recent midterm elections, where Democrats gained at least seven Senate seats, potentially increasing their majority to 56-44. Some senators, including John McCormick of Pennsylvania and Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, had called for a delay in leadership elections to assess what went wrong…
GOP Senators Stick With Thune Despite Calls For Post-Election Reckoning →Sen. John Thune will continue as the Senate minority leader despite opposition from a small group of his colleagues. Republican senators including Ted Budd and Mike Lee had requested that Thune’s re-election be delayed, but their efforts did not succeed. Thune won unopposed and expressed appreciation for his colleagues' support in a statement posted to X on Tuesday afternoon.
John Thune will continue leading Senate Republicans despite mini-revolt against him →On November 11, 2026, U.S. Senate Republicans voted to keep South Dakota Senator John Thune as their leader despite significant losses in the midterm elections that reduced their majority by at least seven seats. The vote was held after three private meetings where senators expressed frustration with recent election results and discussed whether current leadership should continue. Although some, like Wisconsin…
U.S. Senate Republicans vote to keep John Thune as leader after steep midterm election losses →John Thune was re-elected as the leader of Senate Republicans during a closed-door meeting at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, despite recent midterm election losses that cost the party significant seats. Although some senators, including Josh Hawley and Ron Johnson, had hoped to delay the vote to assess what went wrong in last week’s elections, no challenger emerged for Thune, who ran unopposed. Thune expressed…
Thune re-elected as US Senate Republican leader after midterm losses →Analysis
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John Thune shrugs off furious GOP revolt to stay on as Republican leader after red state Senate slaughter
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How it changed
- 6 Nov
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) is leading an effort to postpone next week’s scheduled elections for the Senate GOP leadership team after the party’s bruising midterm elections performance.
- 9 Nov
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has faced considerable flak from the White House and conservative base over his failure to pass the SAVE America Act, a marquis voter ID bill that was a top priority for Republicans.
- 10 Nov
Senate Republicans have chosen Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., to continue on as their leader in the next Congress.
- 11 Nov
Two additional Senate races remain uncalled in Alaska and Mississippi that could further deplete their numbers.
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11 Nov Thune re-elected as US Senate Republican leader after midterm lossesJohn Thune was re-elected as the leader of Senate Republicans during a closed-door meeting at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, despite recent midterm election losses that cost the party significant seats. Although some senators, including Josh Hawley and Ron Johnson, had hoped to delay the vote to assess what went wrong in last week’s elections, no challenger emerged for Thune, who ran unopposed. Thune expressed…Al Jazeera
11 Nov U.S. Senate Republicans vote to keep John Thune as leader after steep midterm election lossesOn November 11, 2026, U.S. Senate Republicans voted to keep South Dakota Senator John Thune as their leader despite significant losses in the midterm elections that reduced their majority by at least seven seats. The vote was held after three private meetings where senators expressed frustration with recent election results and discussed whether current leadership should continue. Although some, like Wisconsin…The Hindu
10 Nov Senate Republicans re-elect entire leadership team for next session of CongressSenate Republicans re-elected their entire leadership team during a closed-door meeting for the next session of Congress. Sen. John Thune will continue as leader after giving a heartfelt speech to his colleagues. The decision came following some senators' push for discussions about the party's direction amid a Democratic majority in the upcoming Congress.Just the News
10 Nov John Thune will continue leading Senate Republicans despite mini-revolt against himSen. John Thune will continue as the Senate minority leader despite opposition from a small group of his colleagues. Republican senators including Ted Budd and Mike Lee had requested that Thune’s re-election be delayed, but their efforts did not succeed. Thune won unopposed and expressed appreciation for his colleagues' support in a statement posted to X on Tuesday afternoon.The Blaze
10 Nov GOP Senators Stick With Thune Despite Calls For Post-Election ReckoningSenate Republicans voted on Tuesday to retain John Thune as their minority leader despite significant electoral losses in the recent midterm elections, where Democrats gained at least seven Senate seats, potentially increasing their majority to 56-44. Some senators, including John McCormick of Pennsylvania and Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, had called for a delay in leadership elections to assess what went wrong…The Daily Wire
10 Nov John Thune shrugs off furious GOP revolt to stay on as Republican leader after red state Senate slaughterRepublican Senator John Thune has retained his position as leader of the Senate Republican caucus despite significant opposition from within his party following their loss in the midterms. Disgruntled colleagues like Rick Scott and Ashley Moody criticized Thune for not pushing harder to pass legislation before Democrats took control, while others like Dave McCormick argued for delaying leadership elections to…Daily Mail
10 Nov Senate Republicans re-elect John Thune as leader after midterm shellackingSenate Republicans re-elected John Thune as their conference leader for another two-year term following a contentious meeting on Tuesday. The decision came after the party lost at least seven seats in last week’s midterm elections, leaving them with no more than 46 seats when the new Congress starts in January. During the meeting, some senators like Rand Paul voiced dissent, while others, such as Jim Justice, argued…New York Post- 10 Nov Senate Republicans re-elect entire leadership team for next session of CongressSenate Republicans re-elected their entire leadership team during a closed-door meeting for the next session of Congress. Sen. John Thune will continue as leader after giving a heartfelt speech to his colleagues. The decision came following some senators' push for discussions about the party's direction amid a Democratic majority in the upcoming Congress.Just the News
10 Nov Senate Republicans defeat push for delays, reelect Thune leaderToday, Senate Republicans voted to proceed with leadership elections despite requests from some members for delays. The election resulted in the reelection of John Thune as Republican leader, ensuring continuity of leadership in the next Congress. Ron Johnson, one of the leaders pushing for delays, protested the vote but clarified that his objection was not directed at Thune personally. Johnson emphasized the need…Semafor
10 Nov Thune reelected as Senate GOP leader after failed push to delay voteJohn Thune was reelected as Senate Republican leader despite attempts by some conservatives to delay the vote. The election took place via a closed-door, secret ballot on Tuesday among Republicans who will form the minority party next year following their losses in recent midterm elections. Conservatives had pushed for more time to consider the results before voting.Washington Examiner
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10 Nov Thune wins reelection as Senate GOP leader after midterms lossesOn Tuesday, Senate Republicans elected John Thune as their leader for another two-year term despite significant midterm losses that saw Democrats gain at least seven Senate seats. Behind closed doors in the Old Senate Chamber, Republican senators voted to keep Thune in his position, with some conservatives, including Senator Ron Johnson, pushing unsuccessfully to delay the vote and discuss changes after the election…CBS News
10 Nov Senate GOP rebellion fizzles as Thune keeps power despite historic midterm massacreSenate Majority Leader John Thune retained his position despite calls for change from some Republican senators following their midterm losses. Senators like Ron Johnson and Rick Scott pushed for leadership changes but did not offer alternatives to Thune, who secured another term in secret balloting. The article highlights the lack of a clear strategy moving forward and dissatisfaction among Republicans over their…Fox News
10 Nov Senate GOP pauses leadership contest as conservatives press ThuneSenate Republican leadership has paused its election process amid pressure from conservatives who want Majority Leader John Thune to outline plans for advancing GOP priorities during the lame-duck session. After two hours of discussion, Thune stated that more members wished to speak before making a decision about whether to delay or proceed with leadership elections. Senator Ron Johnson was among those pushing for a…Just the News
10 Nov Editor Daily Rundown: Senate Republicans Rally To Freeze GOP Leadership VoteSenate Republicans are experiencing internal conflict over when to elect their new party leadership, with at least six senators opposing a vote this week. Indiana Senator Jim Banks has joined others like Ron Johnson and Mike Lee in delaying the reappointment of John Thune as Senate GOP Leader, citing the need for more time.Daily Caller- 10 Nov Senate GOP meets to discuss future as calls mount to delay leadership votesSenate Republicans met on Tuesday to discuss their path forward after suffering defeats in the recent midterms. Senate Majority Leader John Thune aims to quickly complete leadership votes for the next Congress, but some lawmakers want delays to process what went wrong. Thune faces criticism from conservatives for not changing Senate norms to pass the SAVE America Act, a voter ID bill prioritized by former President…Just the News
10 Nov Republicans Push to Delay Vote on Congressional Leadership
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10 Nov Thune forges ahead with leadership elections despite calls for post-midterm reckoningSenate Republicans are proceeding with leadership elections for the new Congress despite internal calls to postpone them until after a review of their electoral losses. Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed openness to discussing delays but questioned their utility, emphasizing his role since Mitch McConnell stepped down in January 2025.Washington Examiner
10 Nov A week after huge election losses, Republicans to choose their leaders in CongressOne week after significant election losses, Republicans in Congress are set to choose their new leaders as they transition into the minority party. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is expected to become the minority leader without challenge, while House Republicans face a closer race between Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan for the position of minority leader. The leadership elections will occur shortly after…The Straits Times
10 Nov GOP senator withholds support for Thune as leadership showdown loomsRick Scott, Republican senator from Florida, has expressed reluctance to support Senate Majority Leader John Thune for another term as the top Republican leader. This stance is due to recent election losses that have weakened the GOP's position in Congress. Scott believes any candidate should present a clear plan on key legislative priorities before securing his backing. The debate centers around how Republicans can…Fox News
10 Nov 7 GOP Senators Move To Delay Thune’s Coronation After Midterm MassacreSeven Republican senators are pushing to delay John Thune’s reelection as Senate Minority Leader following significant losses in the midterm elections. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, leading this effort, has gathered five signatures for a full conference meeting and argues that rushing leadership votes is "political malpractice." The vote was initially set for Tuesday but may be postponed based on Conference Chair Tom…Daily Caller
10 Nov Republican infighting escalates after election drubbingRepublican senators are debating whether to delay leadership elections after losing several seats in the recent election. Some senators like Ron Johnson argue for postponing the vote to challenge Majority Leader John Thune, while others believe delaying won’t change the outcome and will only cause more division. The article highlights internal party disagreements over strategies, including criticism of President…Semafor
9 Nov Key House Republican calls for delaying leadership voteHouse Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith called on Monday for delaying the Republican Party’s vote for new House leadership, citing the recent midterm election losses. He urged colleagues to take time to understand why they lost before deciding on their future direction. Smith also highlighted concerns about internal rules that allowed members to vote against party decisions. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans…Just the News
9 Nov House Ways and Means chairman calls for delay in GOP leader electionHouse Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO) is calling for a delay in selecting a new Republican leader in the House of Representatives. The current plan is to hold an internal caucus vote on Tuesday to replace Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), but Smith argues that this should be postponed until Republicans can analyze why they lost the majority in the 2026 midterm elections and regain public trust.Washington Examiner- 9 Nov Key House Republican calls for delaying leadership voteHouse Ways and Means Committee Chairman Smith called for delaying the Republican leadership vote in the House after Tuesday’s midterm elections, citing the need for a thorough understanding of their losses and rule issues before selecting a new leader. He echoed similar sentiments from Senate lawmakers who are also considering delays despite no announced challenges to current leaders like Senate Majority Leader John…Just the News
9 Nov Thune disagrees with delaying leadership vote, but calls for 'robust' discussion on GOP's futureSenate Majority Leader John Thune opposes delaying the Republican leadership vote despite calls from some lawmakers following midterm losses. He advocates instead for "robust" discussions on the party's future direction, while acknowledging pressure from conservatives to change Senate rules to pass legislation like the SAVE America Act, a voter ID bill that has not moved forward.Just the News
9 Nov Ron Johnson plans leadership election walkout in protest of quick vote: ‘I’ll leave the room’Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) announced he will walk out of Senate Republican leadership elections scheduled for Tuesday, stating it is "obnoxious" that they are proceeding so soon after their midterm election losses. In an exclusive interview with the Washington Examiner on Monday, Johnson declared, “If you hold the election, I’ll leave the room.” This move highlights Johnson’s dissatisfaction with the timing and process…Washington Examiner
9 Nov Senate GOP rebels move to delay leadership vote, demand reckoning after midterm disaster
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9 Nov Sen. Jim Banks becomes 6th Republican to call for delaying leadership voteSen. Jim Banks of Indiana has become the sixth Republican senator to call for delaying the upcoming Senate Republican leadership vote following the party’s poor performance in the recent midterm elections. In a statement, Banks emphasized the need for Republicans to have a serious discussion about their shortcomings and how they can better represent working families before choosing new leaders. This move comes as…Just the News
9 Nov Sen. McCormick joins other Republicans in calling to delay leadership voteSen. Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania is among Republicans urging a delay in upcoming leadership elections scheduled for Tuesday following midterm election losses that gave Democrats control of Congress. McCormick argues on X that more time is needed for an honest assessment of what went wrong and how to move forward, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability. This call for a delay aligns with…Just the News
9 Nov Senate’s post-election drama escalates quicklySenate Republicans begin debating their future following recent election losses, with Sen. Ron Johnson expected to call for a special conference meeting on Monday by submitting a letter requiring five signatures. Democrats face internal divisions over a permitting reform bill they aim to advance during the lame-duck session, despite opposition from environmental groups and some party members who want more changes…Semafor
6 Nov GOP Sen. Ron Johnson on working to delay Congress leadership elections, moreSen. Ron Johnson from Wisconsin appeared on "The Takeout" to talk about President Trump replacing his White House chief of staff and Johnson’s efforts to postpone Republican Senate leadership elections. The interview covers additional topics not specified in the article summary.CBS News
6 Nov Ron Johnson presses to delay Senate GOP leadership elections: ‘Political malpractice’Sen. Ron Johnson is advocating for delaying next week’s scheduled elections for leadership positions within the Senate Republican Conference following their poor performance in recent midterm elections. In a letter to Senate Republican Conference Chairman Tom Cotton, Johnson argues that proceeding with these elections too quickly would be "political malpractice" given the party's “stunning defeat.”.Washington Examiner
6 Nov Ron Johnson seeks delay in Senate Republican leadership election after big losses in the midtermsSen. Ron Johnson has requested a postponement of the upcoming Senate Republican leadership vote scheduled for next Tuesday, after Republicans suffered losses in the recent midterms. To secure this delay, Johnson gathered five required signatures from his colleagues to call an emergency meeting of the Senate Republican Conference. The current plan is for John Thune to be elected as Senate Minority Leader if no…Just the News
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