Posted on 11/06/2024 5:14:23 PM PST by Libloather
With Republicans back in control of the Senate, the real drama begins next week when lawmakers return to Washington.
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.
McConnell, the longest-serving party leader in Senate history, announced in February he would step down from the role following this year’s elections.
The mild-mannered Kentucky sage had a bitter falling out with former President Donald Trump during the aftermath of the 2020 election, prompting the latter to occasionally lash out at McConnell and hurl racially-tinged attacks against his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao.
Trump, 78, has generally been far more chummy with House Republican leadership than their Senate peers, but that dynamic may change depending on who senators pick to lead them.
Scott, who unsuccessfully challenged McConnell after the 2022 midterms, is seen as the underdog in the race, while Thune and Cornyn have worked closely with McConnell and adhere to the Kentuckian’s brand of traditional Republican politics.
McConnell has refrained from meddling in the race and very few Republican senators have publicly endorsed a contender thus far. Many have indicated that they are still undecided.
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>> Cornyn is the worst of the three. He is a total lump of shit.
That comment gives lumps of shit an undeserved bad name!
Cornyn is a total deep-state elitist, a liar, and a tone-deaf representative of the Great State of Texas. I am sorry I have to claim him as one of mine. Better than a ‘Rat, but not by much.
Cornyn will push through gun control and amnesty, given half a chance. And unlike McConnell, Cornyn will SUCK at getting conservatives approved for cabinet positions and judges.
I’m pulling for Scott, if the choice must be among the three mentioned.
NO Cornyn or Thune!! We can’t get rid of Cornyn here in Texas!Total Rino!!!!
i will say that imo Marsha has shown a real ability to work with and build consensus with other senators.
Rick Scott 💯
“…mild-mannered Kentucky sage…” pffft.
YES!
Rand Paul would be an excellent choice.
I think Scott is a Trump loyalist. Go Scott!!!
They will choose Rick Scott.
Yay!!! Glad people agree. I want a fighter who isn’t afraid to speak out!
I saw Glitch on Newsmax talking about how much the Democrats put against the Republican candidates. Didn’t give a penny to Keri Lake. The guy could jump off the tallest building as far as I’m concerned.
This is exactly why the 17th Amendment ought to be repealed.
Flush itch. That turd has been stinking up the place far too long.
Of the three Scott is the least objectionable. But look for Thune to get it.
Ted Cruz or wait until new Senate is seated in January. Frig’ anyone tied to Mitch.
AKA Surrenderism.
I just better not hear anything about fricking "power sharing" or I'll track them down wherever they hide and throw up in their lap.
Heck yes. Another great one would be Rand Paul!!
“ Johnson or Paul would be fine.”
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Yes. And both are American patriots and, as far as I know, are not indebted to the chamber of Commerce wing of the party.
McConnell leaving is way over due. AMF loser.
I thought McConnel was retiring????
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