Thune plans to run for Republican minority leader after Dem's midterm takeover
John Thune intends to run for Senate minority leader after Republicans lost at least five seats in the 2026 midterm elections, a source says.
Republican Ledger staff · 1:27 AM ET
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John Thune intends to run for Senate minority leader after Republicans lost at least five seats in the 2026 midterm elections, a source says.
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