Senate Republicans re-elect John Thune as GOP leader

At a glance

Senate Republicans chose to give John Thune another term as their leader on Tuesday.1 2 3 4 5
The re-election followed midterm losses and a push from conservative critics regarding the vote.1 2 3 4 5

Senate Republicans voted to keep John Thune as their leader on Tuesday.1 2 3 4 5

The vote took place following midterm election losses for the party.3 4 5

Thune secured another term despite opposition and attempts by some conservative members to delay the vote or challenge his leadership.1 2 4 5

Where sources agree

John Thune re-elected as Senate GOP leader5 of 5
Vote occurred on Tuesday5 of 5
Faced opposition from conservative critics or senators5 of 5

Who covered this

5 National

Sources

1The HillThune elected Senate GOP leader after bruising showdown with critics ↗
2New York PostSenate Republicans re-elect John Thune as leader after midterm shellacking ↗
3CBS NewsThune wins reelection as Senate GOP leader after midterms losses ↗
4Fox NewsSenate GOP rebellion fizzles as Thune keeps power despite historic midterm massacre ↗
5Washington ExaminerThune reelected as Senate GOP leader after failed push to delay vote ↗

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