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U.S. Senate Republicans vote to keep John Thune as leader after steep midterm election losses

The Hindu Nov 11, 2026 at 06:37 AM IST World
U.S. Senate Republicans vote to keep John Thune...

AI summary

Senate Republicans reelected John Thune as party leader on November 11, 2026, following steep midterm losses that cost them their majority. Despite internal frustration and calls for soul-searching, no alternative candidate emerged, and the conference voted to proceed with the leadership election.

Key takeaways

  • Republicans lost at least seven Senate seats, ending their majority in the chamber.
  • The conference voted 31-15 to proceed with the leadership election despite delay requests.
  • Senators urged Thune to push through remaining legislative priorities before January.
  • No alternative candidate emerged to challenge Thune for the leadership position.
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